Fort Greene 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 March 24, 2026

Fort Greene
Brooklyn
Crown Heights
Brooklyn
Safety Grade B B
30-Day Incidents 37 2
Violent Crime 0 0
Robbery 1 0
Drug Activity 1 0

Verdict

Crown Heights is currently safer with 2 incidents vs 37 in Fort Greene. Safety grades: Fort Greene (B) vs Crown Heights (B).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Fort Greene or Crown Heights safer?

Crown Heights currently has fewer incidents (2 vs 37 in the last 30 days) and a B safety grade.

Which has more violent crime?

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

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