Prospect Park South 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 November 12, 2026

	Prospect Park South Brooklyn	Flatbush Brooklyn
Safety Grade	C	D
30-Day Incidents	752	653
Violent Crime	0	0
Robbery	0	0
Drug Activity	1	0

Verdict

Flatbush is currently safer with 653 incidents vs 752 in Prospect Park South. Safety grades: Prospect Park South (C) vs Flatbush (D).

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Prospect Park South or Flatbush safer?

Flatbush currently has fewer incidents (653 vs 752 in the last 30 days) and a D safety grade.

Which has more violent crime?

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

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