Updated June 27, 2026 · Data from NYPD, 311, Citizen, community reports
Named for the former NYU campus (now Bronx Community College), with University Avenue's commercial corridor and Hall of Fame Terrace's historic colonnade.
Violent Crime — Lithium-Ion Batteries Causing Hazard @ Andrews Ave & W Burnside Ave (Morris Heights, Bronx) [CZ:-Ow32xVv0YUPPqTDr4Gi] Jun 26, 2026
Violent Crime — Shoplifter Attacking Staff at Rainbow Shops @ 17 E Burnside Ave (Tremont, Bronx) [CZ:-OvznxfkOg76at-52MgZ] Jun 25, 2026
Robbery — Report of Man Stole Woman's Chain, Phone at Knifepoint @ Buchanan Pl & Davidson Ave (University Heights, Bronx) [CZ:-OvuJtYROmf7AQ6SCS0M] Jun 24, 2026
hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005, 2007 ADM CODE AND DEPT. RULES AND REGULATIONS. REMOVE THE ENCUMBRANCE OBSTRUCTING EGRESS FROM FIRE ESCAPES CONSISTING OF FLOWER POTS AND HOUSEHOLD ITEMS AT FIRE ESCAPE BALCONY AT WEST EXTERIOR WALL , 6th STORY @ Block 3219 Lot 232 [HPD:19027287] Jun 24, 2026
hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE DOOR FRAME IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 1G, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST @ Block 3218 Lot 52 [HPD:19028375] Jun 24, 2026
hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY SECURE THE LOOSE TOILET SEAT IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 1G, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST @ Block 3218 Lot 52 [HPD:19028372] Jun 24, 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 KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT 1G, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST @ Block 3218 Lot 52 [HPD:19028369] Jun 24, 2026
hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE REPAIR ELECTRICAL BREAKER PANEL ( IT WATER DAMAGE AND ITS SPARKS WHEN ANY APPLIANCE TURN ON IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 1G, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST @ Block 3218 Lot 52 [HPD:19028367] Jun 24, 2026
hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2026 ADM CODE REPAIR THE LEAKY AND/OR DEFECTIVE FAUCETS AT SINK IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 4E, 4th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST @ Block 3218 Lot 58 [HPD:19028704] Jun 24, 2026
hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2045(B)(1)(A) HMC, § 12-01, § 12-03 RCNY REPAIR, REPLACE OR PROVIDE AN APPROVED AND OPERATIONAL SMOKE DETECTING DEVICE, INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH DEPARTMENT OF BUILDINGS RULES AND REGULATIONS INOPERABLE IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 3D, 3rd STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST @ Block 3218 Lot 1 [HPD:19028277] Jun 24, 2026
University Heights currently holds a F safety grade, meaning it has among the least safe in NYC. Over the last 30 days there were 628 reported incidents in the area. Safety varies by time of day and block.
What is the safest time to walk in University Heights?
Based on 90 days of incident data, Morning (6am–12pm) has the fewest reported incidents (6). Late Night (12am–6am) sees the most activity (1244 incidents).
How does University Heights compare to the rest of The Bronx?
University Heights logged 628 incidents in the last 30 days. View the full comparison section for borough and citywide context.
What types of incidents are most common in University Heights?
The most reported categories are: hazardous_building (611), Violent Crime (12), Robbery (4).
Is University Heights getting safer or more dangerous?
Compared to the prior 30-day period, incidents are down. The 90-day trend provides a more stable picture.