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 August 12, 2026

	Gravesend Brooklyn	Coney Island Brooklyn
Safety Grade	B	A
30-Day Incidents	72	22
Violent Crime	7	2
Robbery	4	2
Drug Activity	0	0

Verdict

Coney Island is currently safer with 22 incidents vs 72 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 (22 vs 72 in the last 30 days) and a A safety grade.

Which has more violent crime?

Gravesend: 7 violent incidents. Coney Island: 2. These counts reflect the last 30 days.

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