Riverdale, The Bronx Safety Report

A very safe

Updated June 27, 2026 · Data from NYPD, 311, Citizen, community reports

Affluent, leafy northwest Bronx neighborhood overlooking the Hudson, with Wave Hill gardens, top private schools, and a suburban feel within the city.

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30-Day Crime & Safety Summary

Total Incidents
13
Trend
Down 7% vs previous 30 days
90-Day Total
27

Incidents by Type (30 Days)

Safety by Time of Day (90 Days)

Borough & Citywide Comparison

The Bronx (30d)
16983
Citywide (30d)
41016
Riverdale share
0.1%

Recent Incidents in Riverdale

  1. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2024 ADM CODE PROVIDE ADEQUATE SUPPLY OF HOT WATER FOR THE FIXTURES AT WASH BASIN IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 14F, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH @ Block 5780 Lot 940 [HPD:19002604] Jun 12, 2026
  2. hazardous_building — HPD Class C Violation: § 27-2026 ADM CODE REPAIR THE LEAKY AND/OR DEFECTIVE FAUCETS AT BATHTUB IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT B2, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH @ Block 5779 Lot 810 [HPD:18997101] Jun 9, 2026
  3. hazardous_building — HPD Class C Violation: § 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE LOWER WINDOW SASH GLASS PANE 2ND WINDOW FROM NORTH AT EAST WALL AT PUBLIC HALL, 2nd STORY @ Block 5779 Lot 810 [HPD:18997103] Jun 9, 2026
  4. 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 THE BATHTUB IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 20H, 20th STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH @ Block 5777 Lot 772 [HPD:18985156] Jun 6, 2026
  5. 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 HOPPER CHUTE DOOR AT COMPACTOR CLOSET, 1st STORY, SECTION ''A-H'' @ Block 5792 Lot 430 [HPD:18984564] Jun 6, 2026
  6. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE LATCH SET AND ASSEMBLY AT DOOR AT COMPACTOR CLOSET, 1st STORY, SECTION ''A-H'' @ Block 5792 Lot 430 [HPD:18984563] Jun 6, 2026
  7. 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 COMPACTOR CLOSET, 1st STORY, SECTION ''A-H'' @ Block 5792 Lot 430 [HPD:18984562] Jun 6, 2026
  8. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE LATCH SET AND ASSEMBLY AT DOOR FROM STREET TO VESTIBULE , 1st STORY @ Block 5792 Lot 430 [HPD:18984561] Jun 6, 2026
  9. 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 FROM STREET TO VESTIBULE , 1st STORY @ Block 5792 Lot 430 [HPD:18984560] Jun 6, 2026
  10. 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 3B, 3rd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH , SECTION ''A-H'' @ Block 5792 Lot 430 [HPD:18984559] Jun 6, 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Riverdale, The Bronx safe?

Riverdale currently holds a A safety grade, meaning it has very safe. Over the last 30 days there were 13 reported incidents in the area. Safety varies by time of day and block.

What is the safest time to walk in Riverdale?

Based on 90 days of incident data, Late Night (12am–6am) has the fewest reported incidents (27). Late Night (12am–6am) sees the most activity (27 incidents).

How does Riverdale compare to the rest of The Bronx?

Riverdale logged 13 incidents in the last 30 days. View the full comparison section for borough and citywide context.

What types of incidents are most common in Riverdale?

The most reported categories are: hazardous_building (13).

Is Riverdale 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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