Prospect Lefferts Gardens 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

Prospect Lefferts Gardens
Brooklyn
Harlem
Manhattan
Safety Grade D F
30-Day Incidents 899 620
Violent Crime 13 42
Robbery 4 9
Drug Activity 0 3

Verdict

Harlem is currently safer with 620 incidents vs 899 in Prospect Lefferts Gardens. Safety grades: Prospect Lefferts Gardens (D) vs Harlem (F).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Prospect Lefferts Gardens or Harlem safer?

Harlem currently has fewer incidents (620 vs 899 in the last 30 days) and a F safety grade.

Which has more violent crime?

Prospect Lefferts Gardens: 13 violent incidents. Harlem: 42. These counts reflect the last 30 days.

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