Woodlawn 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 June 27, 2026

Woodlawn
The Bronx
Crown Heights
Brooklyn
Safety Grade B D
30-Day Incidents 73 615
Violent Crime 3 12
Robbery 0 1
Drug Activity 0 0

Verdict

Woodlawn is currently safer with 73 incidents vs 615 in Crown Heights. Safety grades: Woodlawn (B) vs Crown Heights (D).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Woodlawn or Crown Heights safer?

Woodlawn currently has fewer incidents (73 vs 615 in the last 30 days) and a B safety grade.

Which has more violent crime?

Woodlawn: 3 violent incidents. Crown Heights: 12. These counts reflect the last 30 days.

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