Gowanus vs Red Hook: Safety Comparison

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

Updated August 12, 2026

	Gowanus Brooklyn	Red Hook Brooklyn
Safety Grade	B	C
30-Day Incidents	107	40
Violent Crime	2	5
Robbery	3	0
Drug Activity	0	1

Verdict

Red Hook is currently safer with 40 incidents vs 107 in Gowanus. Safety grades: Gowanus (B) vs Red Hook (C).

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gowanus or Red Hook safer?

Red Hook currently has fewer incidents (40 vs 107 in the last 30 days) and a C safety grade.

Which has more violent crime?

Gowanus: 2 violent incidents. Red Hook: 5. These counts reflect the last 30 days.

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