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 August 12, 2026

	Red Hook Brooklyn	Sunset Park Brooklyn
Safety Grade	C	C
30-Day Incidents	40	86
Violent Crime	5	2
Robbery	0	5
Drug Activity	1	0

Verdict

Red Hook is currently safer with 40 incidents vs 86 in Sunset Park. Safety grades: Red Hook (C) vs Sunset Park (C).

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Red Hook or Sunset Park safer?

Red Hook currently has fewer incidents (40 vs 86 in the last 30 days) and a C safety grade.

Which has more violent crime?

Red Hook: 5 violent incidents. Sunset Park: 2. These counts reflect the last 30 days.

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