Prospect Lefferts Gardens vs Bed-Stuy: 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

Prospect Lefferts Gardens
Brooklyn
Bed-Stuy
Brooklyn
Safety Grade D F
30-Day Incidents 899 415
Violent Crime 13 11
Robbery 4 2
Drug Activity 0 0

Verdict

Bed-Stuy is currently safer with 415 incidents vs 899 in Prospect Lefferts Gardens. Safety grades: Prospect Lefferts Gardens (D) vs Bed-Stuy (F).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Prospect Lefferts Gardens or Bed-Stuy safer?

Bed-Stuy currently has fewer incidents (415 vs 899 in the last 30 days) and a F safety grade.

Which has more violent crime?

Prospect Lefferts Gardens: 13 violent incidents. Bed-Stuy: 11. These counts reflect the last 30 days.

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