Prospect Park South vs Bushwick: Safety Comparison

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

Updated May 11, 2026

	Prospect Park South Brooklyn	Bushwick Brooklyn
Safety Grade	B	D
30-Day Incidents	257	165
Violent Crime	0	3
Robbery	0	2
Drug Activity	0	0

Verdict

Bushwick is currently safer with 165 incidents vs 257 in Prospect Park South. Safety grades: Prospect Park South (B) vs Bushwick (D).

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Prospect Park South or Bushwick safer?

Bushwick currently has fewer incidents (165 vs 257 in the last 30 days) and a D safety grade.

Which has more violent crime?

Prospect Park South: 0 violent incidents. Bushwick: 3. These counts reflect the last 30 days.

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