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 August 12, 2026

	Kensington Brooklyn	Flatbush Brooklyn
Safety Grade	C	D
30-Day Incidents	276	638
Violent Crime	10	10
Robbery	3	0
Drug Activity	0	0

Verdict

Kensington is currently safer with 276 incidents vs 638 in Flatbush. Safety grades: Kensington (C) vs Flatbush (D).

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kensington or Flatbush safer?

Kensington currently has fewer incidents (276 vs 638 in the last 30 days) and a C safety grade.

Which has more violent crime?

Kensington: 10 violent incidents. Flatbush: 10. These counts reflect the last 30 days.

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