Fort Greene vs Downtown Brooklyn: Safety Comparison

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

Updated March 25, 2026

Fort Greene
Brooklyn
Downtown Brooklyn
Brooklyn
Safety Grade B B
30-Day Incidents 36 37
Violent Crime 0 0
Robbery 1 1
Drug Activity 1 1

Verdict

Fort Greene is currently safer with 36 incidents vs 37 in Downtown Brooklyn. Safety grades: Fort Greene (B) vs Downtown Brooklyn (B).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Fort Greene or Downtown Brooklyn safer?

Fort Greene currently has fewer incidents (36 vs 37 in the last 30 days) and a B safety grade.

Which has more violent crime?

Fort Greene: 0 violent incidents. Downtown Brooklyn: 0. These counts reflect the last 30 days.

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