Greenwich Village vs Bed-Stuy: Safety Comparison

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

Updated March 27, 2026

Greenwich Village
Manhattan
Bed-Stuy
Brooklyn
Safety Grade A C
30-Day Incidents 2 0
Violent Crime 1 0
Robbery 1 0
Drug Activity 0 0

Verdict

Bed-Stuy is currently safer with 0 incidents vs 2 in Greenwich Village. Safety grades: Greenwich Village (A) vs Bed-Stuy (C).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Greenwich Village or Bed-Stuy safer?

Bed-Stuy currently has fewer incidents (0 vs 2 in the last 30 days) and a C safety grade.

Which has more violent crime?

Greenwich Village: 1 violent incidents. Bed-Stuy: 0. These counts reflect the last 30 days.

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