Long Island City vs Williamsburg: 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

Long Island City
Queens
Williamsburg
Brooklyn
Safety Grade A B
30-Day Incidents 6 18
Violent Crime 0 0
Robbery 0 1
Drug Activity 0 2

Verdict

Long Island City is currently safer with 6 incidents vs 18 in Williamsburg. Safety grades: Long Island City (A) vs Williamsburg (B).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Long Island City or Williamsburg safer?

Long Island City currently has fewer incidents (6 vs 18 in the last 30 days) and a A safety grade.

Which has more violent crime?

Long Island City: 0 violent incidents. Williamsburg: 0. These counts reflect the last 30 days.

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