Red Hook vs Sunset Park: 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	Sunset Park Brooklyn
Safety Grade	C	B
30-Day Incidents	2	0
Violent Crime	2	0
Robbery	0	0
Drug Activity	0	0

Verdict

Sunset Park is currently safer with 0 incidents vs 2 in Red Hook. Safety grades: Red Hook (C) vs Sunset Park (B).

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Red Hook or Sunset Park safer?

Sunset Park currently has fewer incidents (0 vs 2 in the last 30 days) and a B safety grade.

Which has more violent crime?

Red Hook: 2 violent incidents. Sunset Park: 0. These counts reflect the last 30 days.

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