South Bronx, The Bronx Safety Report

F among the least safe in NYC

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

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30-Day Crime & Safety Summary

Total Incidents
365
Trend
Flat vs previous 30 days
90-Day Total
1277

Incidents by Type (30 Days)

Safety by Time of Day (90 Days)

Borough & Citywide Comparison

The Bronx (30d)
17793
Citywide (30d)
42098
South Bronx share
2.1%

Recent Incidents in South Bronx

  1. hazardous_building — HPD Class C Violation: § 27-2033 ADM CODE PROVIDE READY ACCESS TO BUILDINGS HEATING SYSTEM LOCKED DOOR AT BOILER ROOM @ Block 2566 Lot 18 [HPD:19365328] Nov 9, 2026
  2. hazardous_building — HPD Class C Violation: § 27-2031 ADM CODE PROVIDE HOT WATER AT ALL HOT WATER FIXTURES IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 1, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST @ Block 2566 Lot 18 [HPD:19365329] Nov 9, 2026
  3. hazardous_building — HPD Class C Violation: § 27-2031 ADM CODE PROVIDE HOT WATER AT ALL HOT WATER FIXTURES IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 5, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST @ Block 2566 Lot 18 [HPD:19365327] Nov 9, 2026
  4. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE ELECTRICAL WALL OUTLET AT NORTH WALL IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT 3R, 3rd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH @ Block 2301 Lot 41 [HPD:19361968] Nov 8, 2026
  5. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2026 ADM CODE REMOVE ALL OBSTRUCTIONS AND REPAIR ALL DEFECTS IN DRAIN PIPE UNDER WASH BAIN IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 3R, 3rd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH @ Block 2301 Lot 41 [HPD:19361965] Nov 8, 2026
  6. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2024 ADM CODE PROVIDE ADEQUATE SUPPLY OF HOT WATER FOR THE FIXTURES .. IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 3R, 3rd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH @ Block 2301 Lot 41 [HPD:19361964] Nov 8, 2026
  7. hazardous_building — HPD Class B 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 3R, 3rd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH @ Block 2301 Lot 41 [HPD:19361963] Nov 8, 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 HINGES AT COMPACTOR CHUTE AT PUBLIC HALL, 1st STORY, SECTION ''NORTH'' @ Block 2556 Lot 2 [HPD:19361631] Nov 8, 2026
  9. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE LATCH AND ITS ASSEMBLY AT COMPACTOR CHUTE AT COMPACTOR CLOSET AT PUBLIC HALL, 6th STORY, SECTION ''NORTH'' @ Block 2556 Lot 2 [HPD:19361630] Nov 8, 2026
  10. 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 CHUTE DOOR AT COMPACTOR CLOSET AT PUBLIC HALL, 6th STORY, SECTION ''NORTH'' @ Block 2556 Lot 2 [HPD:19361629] Nov 8, 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 365 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, Afternoon (12pm–6pm) has the fewest reported incidents (1). Late Night (12am–6am) sees the most activity (1273 incidents).

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

South Bronx logged 365 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 (365).

Is South Bronx getting safer or more dangerous?

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

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