Red Hook vs Hell's Kitchen: 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

	Red Hook Brooklyn	Hell's Kitchen Manhattan
Safety Grade	B	B
30-Day Incidents	1	98
Violent Crime	0	4
Robbery	1	0
Drug Activity	0	0

Verdict

Red Hook is currently safer with 1 incidents vs 98 in Hell's Kitchen. Safety grades: Red Hook (B) vs Hell's Kitchen (B).

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Red Hook or Hell's Kitchen safer?

Red Hook currently has fewer incidents (1 vs 98 in the last 30 days) and a B safety grade.

Which has more violent crime?

Red Hook: 0 violent incidents. Hell's Kitchen: 4. These counts reflect the last 30 days.

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