Fort Greene vs Bushwick: Safety Comparison

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

Updated June 27, 2026

Fort Greene
Brooklyn
Bushwick
Brooklyn
Safety Grade C D
30-Day Incidents 125 432
Violent Crime 11 13
Robbery 8 2
Drug Activity 0 0

Verdict

Fort Greene is currently safer with 125 incidents vs 432 in Bushwick. Safety grades: Fort Greene (C) vs Bushwick (D).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Fort Greene or Bushwick safer?

Fort Greene currently has fewer incidents (125 vs 432 in the last 30 days) and a C safety grade.

Which has more violent crime?

Fort Greene: 11 violent incidents. Bushwick: 13. These counts reflect the last 30 days.

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