Midwood vs Crown Heights: Safety Comparison

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

Updated June 27, 2026

Midwood
Brooklyn
Crown Heights
Brooklyn
Safety Grade B D
30-Day Incidents 274 615
Violent Crime 1 12
Robbery 3 1
Drug Activity 0 0

Verdict

Midwood is currently safer with 274 incidents vs 615 in Crown Heights. Safety grades: Midwood (B) vs Crown Heights (D).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Midwood or Crown Heights safer?

Midwood currently has fewer incidents (274 vs 615 in the last 30 days) and a B safety grade.

Which has more violent crime?

Midwood: 1 violent incidents. Crown Heights: 12. These counts reflect the last 30 days.

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