Updated May 11, 2026 · Data from NYPD, 311, Citizen, community reports
South Bronx waterfront neighborhood experiencing rapid development with new luxury buildings, brewery districts, and proximity to Yankee Stadium and the Bruckner corridor.
Violent Crime — One Possible Gunshot Detected From Rooftop @ 517 E 138th St [CZ:-OsKthPpsCQsokEv0Ik6] May 11, 2026
hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY REPAIR WITH SIMILAR MATERIAL THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE FIRE RETARDANT MATERIAL AT EAST WALL AT PUBLIC HALL, 2nd STORY @ Block 2283 Lot 53 [HPD:18877519] May 7, 2026
hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2026 ADM CODE REMOVE ALL OBSTRUCTIONS AND REPAIR ALL DEFECTS IN AT BATHTUB IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 4C, 4th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH @ Block 2283 Lot 53 [HPD:18877518] May 7, 2026
hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE SPRING BALANCE AT UPPER SASH AT WINDOW IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 4C, 4th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH @ Block 2283 Lot 53 [HPD:18877516] May 7, 2026
hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2026, 2027 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR THE SOURCE AND ABATE THE EVIDENCE OF A WATER LEAK AT CEILING IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 4C, 4th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH @ Block 2283 Lot 53 [HPD:18877514] May 7, 2026
Agitator / Disturbance — Report of Man Armed With Gun on 5 Train @ 138 St - Grand Concourse Station (4) (5) (Mott Haven, Bronx) [CZ:-OrxtTPbnn9yYfwOEwoh] May 6, 2026
Violent Crime — Two People Assaulted, Robbed Man of Wallet @ E 137th St & Brook Ave (Mott Haven, Bronx) [CZ:-OrwS9B7RNAPLXmEkcAx] May 6, 2026
Violent Crime — Group of People Brawling at Train Station @ E 138th St & Brook Ave (Mott Haven, Bronx) [CZ:-OrvlAkowjiFUJ6rAIFz] May 6, 2026
hazardous_building — HPD Class C Violation: § 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN A UNIFORM COLOR CEILING IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 13, 4th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST @ Block 2265 Lot 29 [HPD:18876650] May 6, 2026
hazardous_building — HPD Class C Violation: § 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE BALANCE AT LOWER SASH AT WINDOW IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT 13, 4th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST @ Block 2265 Lot 29 [HPD:18876649] May 6, 2026
Mott Haven currently holds a F safety grade, meaning it has among the least safe in NYC. Over the last 30 days there were 102 reported incidents in the area. Safety varies by time of day and block.
What is the safest time to walk in Mott Haven?
Based on 90 days of incident data, Afternoon (12pm–6pm) has the fewest reported incidents (1). Late Night (12am–6am) sees the most activity (94 incidents).
How does Mott Haven compare to the rest of The Bronx?
Mott Haven logged 102 incidents in the last 30 days. View the full comparison section for borough and citywide context.
What types of incidents are most common in Mott Haven?
The most reported categories are: hazardous_building (93), Violent Crime (5), Robbery (3).
Is Mott Haven getting safer or more dangerous?
Compared to the prior 30-day period, incidents are up. The 90-day trend provides a more stable picture.