Sunnyside 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

	Sunnyside Queens	Williamsburg Brooklyn
Safety Grade	B	B
30-Day Incidents	229	122
Violent Crime	1	9
Robbery	5	1
Drug Activity	2	0

Verdict

Williamsburg is currently safer with 122 incidents vs 229 in Sunnyside. Safety grades: Sunnyside (B) vs Williamsburg (B).

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sunnyside or Williamsburg safer?

Williamsburg currently has fewer incidents (122 vs 229 in the last 30 days) and a B safety grade.

Which has more violent crime?

Sunnyside: 1 violent incidents. Williamsburg: 9. These counts reflect the last 30 days.

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