Morrisania, The Bronx Safety Report

F among the least safe in NYC

Updated November 12, 2026 · Data from NYPD, 311, Citizen, community reports

Historic Bronx neighborhood and birthplace of hip-hop culture, with ongoing community investment and proximity to Crotona Park.

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30-Day Crime & Safety Summary

Total Incidents
857
Trend
Down 18% vs previous 30 days
90-Day Total
2704

Incidents by Type (30 Days)

Safety by Time of Day (90 Days)

Borough & Citywide Comparison

The Bronx (30d)
17793
Citywide (30d)
42098
Morrisania share
4.8%

Recent Incidents in Morrisania

  1. hazardous_building — HPD Class C Violation: § 27-2005, 27-2007, 27-2041.1 HMC, §238, § 309; § 107 (2) ( C) MDL AND 28 RCNY §25-171: REPLACE OR REPAIR THE SELF-CLOSING DOORS THAT IS MISSING OR DEFECTIVE HINGES AT SECOND FIRE DOOR FROM NORTH AT PUBLIC HALL, 4th STORY @ Block 2819 Lot 12 [HPD:19365756] Nov 9, 2026
  2. hazardous_building — HPD Class C Violation: §27-2005 (E) HMC: PROVIDE WRITTEN NOTICE TO THE TENANTS AT LEAST TWENTY-FOUR HOURS PRIOR TO ESSENTIAL SERVICE INTERRUPTION BY POSTING A NOTICE IN A PROMINENT PLACE WITHIN THE PUBLIC PART OF THE BUILDING AND ON EACH FLOOR OF SUCH BUILDING, WHERE AN OWNER MUST MAKE A REPAIR THAT MAY RESULT IN AN INTERRUPTION OF ESSENTIAL SERVICES SUCH AS UTILITIES(HEAT, HOT WATER, GAS, ELECTRICITY, OR ELEVATOR) THAT IS EXPECTED TO CONTINUE FOR MORE THAN TWO HOURS. SAMPLE NOTICE AVAILABLE AT Nov 9, 2026
  3. hazardous_building — HPD Class C Violation: § 27-2005, 27-2007, 27-2041.1 HMC, §238, § 309; § 107 (2) ( C) MDL AND 28 RCNY §25-171: REPLACE OR REPAIR THE SELF-CLOSING DOORS THAT IS MISSING OR DEFECTIVE HINGES AT APARTMENT DOOR IN THE ENTRANCE LOCATED AT APT 3K, 3rd STORY, 3rd APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST , SECTION AT SOUTH @ Block 2819 Lot 12 [HPD:19365751] Nov 9, 2026
  4. hazardous_building — HPD Class C Violation: § 27-2033 ADM CODE POST NOTICE, IN FORM APPROVED BY THE DEPARTMENT, STATING THE NAME AND LOCATION OF THE PERSON DESIGNATED BY THE OWNER TO HAVE KEY TO BUILDINGS HEATING SYSTEM MISSING AT PUBLIC HALL, 1st STORY @ Block 2821 Lot 1 [HPD:19366042] Nov 9, 2026
  5. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2045(B)(1)(A) HMC, § 12-01, § 12-03 RCNY REPAIR, REPLACE OR PROVIDE AN APPROVED AND OPERATIONAL SMOKE DETECTING DEVICE, INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH DEPARTMENT OF BUILDINGS RULES AND REGULATIONS MISSING IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT L, 1st STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH , SECTION AT SOUTH @ Block 2821 Lot 1 [HPD:19366041] Nov 9, 2026
  6. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN A UNIFORM COLOR THE CEILING IN THE 1st ROOM FROM NORTH AT EAST LOCATED AT APT 6D, 6th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH @ Block 2786 Lot 30 [HPD:19370366] Nov 9, 2026
  7. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE ROOF SO THAT IT WILL NOT LEAK OVER CEILING IN THE 1st ROOM FROM NORTH AT EAST LOCATED AT APT 6D, 6th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH @ Block 2786 Lot 30 [HPD:19370363] Nov 9, 2026
  8. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005, 2007 ADM CODE FIRE EGRESS DEFECTIVE. REMOVE THE OBSTRUCTION IN FIREPROOF PASSAGEWAY HOUSEHOLD ITEMS (MATTRESSES) AT FIRE PASSAGE WAY @ Block 2427 Lot 19 [HPD:19365605] Nov 9, 2026
  9. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY REPAIR WITH SIMILAR MATERIAL THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE CAULKING AROUND BATHTUB IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 5B, 5th STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST @ Block 2427 Lot 19 [HPD:19365604] Nov 9, 2026
  10. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY REPAIR WITH SIMILAR MATERIAL THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PORCELAIN ENAMEL FINISH BY METHOD OF REGLAZING AT BATHTUB IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 5B, 5th STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST @ Block 2427 Lot 19 [HPD:19365603] Nov 9, 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Morrisania, The Bronx safe?

Morrisania currently holds a F safety grade, meaning it has among the least safe in NYC. Over the last 30 days there were 857 reported incidents in the area. Safety varies by time of day and block.

What is the safest time to walk in Morrisania?

Based on 90 days of incident data, Afternoon (12pm–6pm) has the fewest reported incidents (1). Late Night (12am–6am) sees the most activity (2696 incidents).

How does Morrisania compare to the rest of The Bronx?

Morrisania logged 857 incidents in the last 30 days. View the full comparison section for borough and citywide context.

What types of incidents are most common in Morrisania?

The most reported categories are: hazardous_building (857).

Is Morrisania getting safer or more dangerous?

Compared to the prior 30-day period, incidents are down. The 90-day trend provides a more stable picture.

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