Flatlands vs Canarsie: Safety Comparison

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

Updated March 26, 2026

	Flatlands Brooklyn	Canarsie Brooklyn
Safety Grade	A	C
30-Day Incidents	2	3
Violent Crime	2	2
Robbery	0	1
Drug Activity	0	0

Verdict

Flatlands is currently safer with 2 incidents vs 3 in Canarsie. Safety grades: Flatlands (A) vs Canarsie (C).

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Flatlands or Canarsie safer?

Flatlands currently has fewer incidents (2 vs 3 in the last 30 days) and a A safety grade.

Which has more violent crime?

Flatlands: 2 violent incidents. Canarsie: 2. These counts reflect the last 30 days.

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