Roosevelt Island vs Bed-Stuy: 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

Roosevelt Island
Manhattan
Bed-Stuy
Brooklyn
Safety Grade A C
30-Day Incidents 1 0
Violent Crime 0 0
Robbery 0 0
Drug Activity 0 0

Verdict

Bed-Stuy is currently safer with 0 incidents vs 1 in Roosevelt Island. Safety grades: Roosevelt Island (A) vs Bed-Stuy (C).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Roosevelt Island or Bed-Stuy safer?

Bed-Stuy currently has fewer incidents (0 vs 1 in the last 30 days) and a C safety grade.

Which has more violent crime?

Roosevelt Island: 0 violent incidents. Bed-Stuy: 0. These counts reflect the last 30 days.

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