South Bronx, The Bronx Safety Report

F among the least safe in NYC

Updated May 11, 2026 · Data from NYPD, 311, Citizen, community reports

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30-Day Crime & Safety Summary

Total Incidents
109
Trend
Up 0% vs previous 30 days
90-Day Total
109

Incidents by Type (30 Days)

Safety by Time of Day (90 Days)

Borough & Citywide Comparison

The Bronx (30d)
5387
Citywide (30d)
13481
South Bronx share
2.0%

Recent Incidents in South Bronx

  1. Violent Crime — One Possible Gunshot Detected From Rooftop @ 517 E 138th St [CZ:-OsKthPpsCQsokEv0Ik6] May 11, 2026
  2. Robbery — Person Robbed @ E 139th St & Bruckner Blvd (Port Morris, Bronx) [CZ:-OsKWzB8AIsksGM1mrOc] May 11, 2026
  3. Violent Crime — Stalled Train Following People Fighting on Northbound 6 Train Platform @ Cypress Ave & E 138th St (Mott Haven, Bronx) [CZ:-Os3CXZKXeYrxso_sMyo] May 7, 2026
  4. Violent Crime — Man Assaulted Woman on Northbound 2 Train @ 205 Jackson Ave (Mott Haven, Bronx) — Police responded to a report of a harassment incident on a northbound 2 train in the Bronx, where a woman was reportedly pushed due to overcrowding. The suspect, described as wearing a gray hoodie, re [CZ:-Os-hoSYEwUWvZKGltX1] May 7, 2026
  5. 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
  6. 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
  7. 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
  8. 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
  9. Violent Crime — Two People Assaulted, Robbed Man of Wallet @ E 137th St & Brook Ave (Mott Haven, Bronx) [CZ:-OrwS9B7RNAPLXmEkcAx] May 6, 2026
  10. Violent Crime — Group of People Brawling at Train Station @ E 138th St & Brook Ave (Mott Haven, Bronx) [CZ:-OrvlAkowjiFUJ6rAIFz] May 6, 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is South Bronx, The Bronx safe?

South Bronx currently holds a F safety grade, meaning it has among the least safe in NYC. Over the last 30 days there were 109 reported incidents in the area. Safety varies by time of day and block.

What is the safest time to walk in South Bronx?

Based on 90 days of incident data, Morning (6am–12pm) has the fewest reported incidents (2). Late Night (12am–6am) sees the most activity (104 incidents).

How does South Bronx compare to the rest of The Bronx?

South Bronx logged 109 incidents in the last 30 days. View the full comparison section for borough and citywide context.

What types of incidents are most common in South Bronx?

The most reported categories are: hazardous_building (101), Violent Crime (5), Robbery (3).

Is South Bronx getting safer or more dangerous?

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

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