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 March 27, 2026

	Red Hook Brooklyn	Hell's Kitchen Manhattan
Safety Grade	C	B
30-Day Incidents	2	2
Violent Crime	2	1
Robbery	0	0
Drug Activity	0	0

Verdict

Both neighborhoods have similar incident counts (2). Safety grades: Red Hook (C) vs Hell's Kitchen (B).

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Red Hook or Hell's Kitchen safer?

Red Hook currently has fewer incidents (2 vs 2 in the last 30 days) and a C safety grade.

Which has more violent crime?

Red Hook: 2 violent incidents. Hell's Kitchen: 1. These counts reflect the last 30 days.

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