Gravesend vs Coney Island: 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

	Gravesend Brooklyn	Coney Island Brooklyn
Safety Grade	B	A
30-Day Incidents	23	5
Violent Crime	6	2
Robbery	2	1
Drug Activity	0	0

Verdict

Coney Island is currently safer with 5 incidents vs 23 in Gravesend. Safety grades: Gravesend (B) vs Coney Island (A).

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gravesend or Coney Island safer?

Coney Island currently has fewer incidents (5 vs 23 in the last 30 days) and a A safety grade.

Which has more violent crime?

Gravesend: 6 violent incidents. Coney Island: 2. These counts reflect the last 30 days.

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