Vinegar Hill 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 August 12, 2026

	Vinegar Hill Brooklyn	Bed-Stuy Brooklyn
Safety Grade	A	D
30-Day Incidents	10	290
Violent Crime	1	10
Robbery	1	7
Drug Activity	0	0

Verdict

Vinegar Hill is currently safer with 10 incidents vs 290 in Bed-Stuy. Safety grades: Vinegar Hill (A) vs Bed-Stuy (D).

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Vinegar Hill or Bed-Stuy safer?

Vinegar Hill currently has fewer incidents (10 vs 290 in the last 30 days) and a A safety grade.

Which has more violent crime?

Vinegar Hill: 1 violent incidents. Bed-Stuy: 10. These counts reflect the last 30 days.

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