Kensington vs Flatbush: 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

	Kensington Brooklyn	Flatbush Brooklyn
Safety Grade	A	B
30-Day Incidents	1	0
Violent Crime	1	0
Robbery	0	0
Drug Activity	0	0

Verdict

Flatbush is currently safer with 0 incidents vs 1 in Kensington. Safety grades: Kensington (A) vs Flatbush (B).

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kensington or Flatbush safer?

Flatbush currently has fewer incidents (0 vs 1 in the last 30 days) and a B safety grade.

Which has more violent crime?

Kensington: 1 violent incidents. Flatbush: 0. These counts reflect the last 30 days.

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