Williamsburg vs Crown Heights: Safety Comparison

Side-by-side safety comparison for two of NYC’s most popular neighborhoods. Which is safer for renters in 2026?

Updated November 12, 2026

Williamsburg
Brooklyn
Crown Heights
Brooklyn
Safety Grade B D
30-Day Incidents 130 739
Violent Crime 0 0
Robbery 0 0
Drug Activity 0 0

Verdict

Williamsburg is currently safer with 130 incidents vs 739 in Crown Heights. Safety grades: Williamsburg (B) vs Crown Heights (D).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Williamsburg or Crown Heights safer?

Williamsburg currently has fewer incidents (130 vs 739 in the last 30 days) and a B safety grade.

Which has more violent crime?

Williamsburg: 0 violent incidents. Crown Heights: 0. These counts reflect the last 30 days.

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