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 May 11, 2026

Fort Greene
Brooklyn
Bushwick
Brooklyn
Safety Grade B D
30-Day Incidents 13 165
Violent Crime 2 3
Robbery 0 2
Drug Activity 0 0

Verdict

Fort Greene is currently safer with 13 incidents vs 165 in Bushwick. Safety grades: Fort Greene (B) vs Bushwick (D).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Fort Greene or Bushwick safer?

Fort Greene currently has fewer incidents (13 vs 165 in the last 30 days) and a B safety grade.

Which has more violent crime?

Fort Greene: 2 violent incidents. Bushwick: 3. These counts reflect the last 30 days.

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