Wakefield 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 June 27, 2026

	Wakefield The Bronx	Williamsburg Brooklyn
Safety Grade	D	B
30-Day Incidents	169	216
Violent Crime	11	8
Robbery	8	2
Drug Activity	0	2

Verdict

Wakefield is currently safer with 169 incidents vs 216 in Williamsburg. Safety grades: Wakefield (D) vs Williamsburg (B).

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Wakefield or Williamsburg safer?

Wakefield currently has fewer incidents (169 vs 216 in the last 30 days) and a D safety grade.

Which has more violent crime?

Wakefield: 11 violent incidents. Williamsburg: 8. These counts reflect the last 30 days.

Compare Other Neighborhoods

• Wakefield vs Park Slope
• Wakefield vs Astoria
• Wakefield vs Crown Heights
• Wakefield vs Bushwick
• Wakefield vs Bed-Stuy
• Wakefield vs Harlem
• Wakefield vs Upper West Side
• Wakefield vs Hell's Kitchen