Williamsburg vs Greenpoint: 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

	Williamsburg Brooklyn	Greenpoint Brooklyn
Safety Grade	B	B
30-Day Incidents	216	111
Violent Crime	8	0
Robbery	2	1
Drug Activity	2	0

Verdict

Greenpoint is currently safer with 111 incidents vs 216 in Williamsburg. Safety grades: Williamsburg (B) vs Greenpoint (B).

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Williamsburg or Greenpoint safer?

Greenpoint currently has fewer incidents (111 vs 216 in the last 30 days) and a B safety grade.

Which has more violent crime?

Williamsburg: 8 violent incidents. Greenpoint: 0. These counts reflect the last 30 days.

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