Williamsburg 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

	Williamsburg Brooklyn	Crown Heights Brooklyn
Safety Grade	B	B
30-Day Incidents	18	2
Violent Crime	0	0
Robbery	1	0
Drug Activity	2	0

Verdict

Crown Heights is currently safer with 2 incidents vs 18 in Williamsburg. Safety grades: Williamsburg (B) vs Crown Heights (B).

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Williamsburg or Crown Heights safer?

Crown Heights currently has fewer incidents (2 vs 18 in the last 30 days) and a B safety grade.

Which has more violent crime?

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

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