Pelham Bay, The Bronx Safety Report

A very safe

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

Home to the Bronx's largest park (Pelham Bay Park), Orchard Beach, and City Island — a suburban oasis within NYC.

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30-Day Crime & Safety Summary

Total Incidents
36
Trend
Down 49% vs previous 30 days
90-Day Total
144

Incidents by Type (30 Days)

Safety by Time of Day (90 Days)

Borough & Citywide Comparison

The Bronx (30d)
17793
Citywide (30d)
42098
Pelham Bay share
0.2%

Recent Incidents in Pelham Bay

  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. ON FIRE RATED DOOR IN THE ENTRANCE LOCATED AT APT 3G, 3rd STORY, 8th APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST @ Block 4251 Lot 11 [HPD:19335357] Oct 28, 2026
  2. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE ROOF SO THAT IT WILL NOT LEAK OVER CEILING AT PUBLIC HALL, 7th STORY @ Block 4176 Lot 3 [HPD:19332957] Oct 28, 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 LATCH SET AND ASSEMBLY AT BUILDING VESTIBULE DOOR AT LOBBY, 1st STORY @ Block 4234 Lot 52 [HPD:19329693] Oct 26, 2026
  4. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2045(B)(1)(B) HMC, § 12-06, § 12-07, § 12-09 RCNY REPAIR, REPLACE OR PROVIDE AN APPROVED AND OPERATIONAL CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTING DEVICE, INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPLICABLE LAW AND RULES THAT IS MISSING IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 2C, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST @ Block 4196 Lot 18 [HPD:19330777] Oct 24, 2026
  5. hazardous_building — HPD Class C Violation: § 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE LATCH AND ITS ASSEMBLY AT APARTMENT DOOR IN THE ENTRANCE LOCATED AT APT 2C, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST @ Block 4196 Lot 18 [HPD:19330775] Oct 24, 2026
  6. 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 LATCH IN THE ENTRANCE LOCATED AT APT 2C, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST @ Block 4196 Lot 18 [HPD:19330773] Oct 24, 2026
  7. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE LATCH AND ITS ASSEMBLY AT STAIRWAY DOOR AT PUBLIC HALL, 1st STORY @ Block 4196 Lot 18 [HPD:19330796] Oct 24, 2026
  8. 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 LATCH AT STAIRWAY DOOR AT PUBLIC HALL, 1st STORY @ Block 4196 Lot 18 [HPD:19330792] Oct 24, 2026
  9. hazardous_building — HPD Class C Violation: § 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE SPRING BALANCE AT UPPER SASH AT 2ND WINDOW FROM NORTH AT EAST WALL IN THE 1st ROOM FROM NORTH AT EAST LOCATED AT APT 2C, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST @ Block 4196 Lot 18 [HPD:19330786] Oct 24, 2026
  10. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 HMC: REFIT UPPER AND LOWER SASH AT 1ST WINDOW FROM NORTH AT EAST WALL IN THE 1st ROOM FROM NORTH AT EAST LOCATED AT APT 2C, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST @ Block 4196 Lot 18 [HPD:19330785] Oct 24, 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pelham Bay, The Bronx safe?

Pelham Bay currently holds a A safety grade, meaning it has very safe. Over the last 30 days there were 36 reported incidents in the area. Safety varies by time of day and block.

What is the safest time to walk in Pelham Bay?

Based on 90 days of incident data, Late Night (12am–6am) has the fewest reported incidents (144). Late Night (12am–6am) sees the most activity (144 incidents).

How does Pelham Bay compare to the rest of The Bronx?

Pelham Bay logged 36 incidents in the last 30 days. View the full comparison section for borough and citywide context.

What types of incidents are most common in Pelham Bay?

The most reported categories are: hazardous_building (36).

Is Pelham Bay 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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