Red Hook vs Williamsburg: 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	Williamsburg Brooklyn
Safety Grade	C	B
30-Day Incidents	40	122
Violent Crime	5	9
Robbery	0	1
Drug Activity	1	0

Verdict

Red Hook is currently safer with 40 incidents vs 122 in Williamsburg. Safety grades: Red Hook (C) vs Williamsburg (B).

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Red Hook or Williamsburg safer?

Red Hook currently has fewer incidents (40 vs 122 in the last 30 days) and a C safety grade.

Which has more violent crime?

Red Hook: 5 violent incidents. Williamsburg: 9. These counts reflect the last 30 days.

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