Fort Greene vs Bed-Stuy: Safety Comparison

Side-by-side safety comparison for two of NYC’s most popular neighborhoods. Which is safer for renters in 2026?

Updated November 12, 2026

Fort Greene
Brooklyn
Bed-Stuy
Brooklyn
Safety Grade B D
30-Day Incidents 83 433
Violent Crime 0 0
Robbery 0 0
Drug Activity 0 0

Verdict

Fort Greene is currently safer with 83 incidents vs 433 in Bed-Stuy. Safety grades: Fort Greene (B) vs Bed-Stuy (D).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Fort Greene or Bed-Stuy safer?

Fort Greene currently has fewer incidents (83 vs 433 in the last 30 days) and a B safety grade.

Which has more violent crime?

Fort Greene: 0 violent incidents. Bed-Stuy: 0. These counts reflect the last 30 days.

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