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 September 26, 2026

Kensington
Brooklyn		 Harlem
Manhattan
Safety Grade B D
30-Day Incidents 256 631
Violent Crime 0 0
Robbery 0 0
Drug Activity 0 2

Verdict

Kensington is currently safer with 256 incidents vs 631 in Harlem. Safety grades: Kensington (B) vs Harlem (D).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kensington or Harlem safer?

Kensington currently has fewer incidents (256 vs 631 in the last 30 days) and a B safety grade.

Which has more violent crime?

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

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