Kensington vs Harlem: Safety Comparison

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

Updated June 28, 2026

	Kensington Brooklyn	Harlem Manhattan
Safety Grade	B	F
30-Day Incidents	224	620
Violent Crime	4	42
Robbery	0	9
Drug Activity	0	3

Verdict

Kensington is currently safer with 224 incidents vs 620 in Harlem. Safety grades: Kensington (B) vs Harlem (F).

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kensington or Harlem safer?

Kensington currently has fewer incidents (224 vs 620 in the last 30 days) and a B safety grade.

Which has more violent crime?

Kensington: 4 violent incidents. Harlem: 42. These counts reflect the last 30 days.

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