Midwood 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 June 27, 2026

	Midwood Brooklyn	Flatbush Brooklyn
Safety Grade	B	D
30-Day Incidents	274	674
Violent Crime	1	16
Robbery	3	1
Drug Activity	0	0

Verdict

Midwood is currently safer with 274 incidents vs 674 in Flatbush. Safety grades: Midwood (B) vs Flatbush (D).

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Midwood or Flatbush safer?

Midwood currently has fewer incidents (274 vs 674 in the last 30 days) and a B safety grade.

Which has more violent crime?

Midwood: 1 violent incidents. Flatbush: 16. These counts reflect the last 30 days.

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