Wakefield, The Bronx Safety Report

D well below average safety

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

Northernmost Bronx neighborhood bordering Westchester, with Caribbean and West African communities, single-family homes, and 2/5 train access.

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30-Day Crime & Safety Summary

Total Incidents
282
Trend
Up 48% vs previous 30 days
90-Day Total
590

Incidents by Type (30 Days)

Safety by Time of Day (90 Days)

Borough & Citywide Comparison

The Bronx (30d)
17793
Citywide (30d)
42098
Wakefield share
1.6%

Recent Incidents in Wakefield

  1. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: 566 (B) 27-2021.4 HMC: ABATE THE NUISANCE CONSISTING OF PESTS. EVIDENCE OF FLIES IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 4C, 4th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH @ Block 5115 Lot 24 [HPD:19365675] Nov 9, 2026
  2. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY REPAIR WITH SIMILAR MATERIAL THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE CEMENT FLASHING AT WEST EXTERIOR WALL @ Block 4999 Lot 68 [HPD:19361584] Nov 8, 2026
  3. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005, 2007 ADM CODE AND DEPT. RULES AND REGULATIONS. REMOVE THE ENCUMBRANCE OBSTRUCTING EGRESS FROM FIRE ESCAPES POTTED PLANTS (6 BLUE) AT (BALCONY) 2ND FROM EAST AT NORTH EXTERIOR WALL (BUILDING FRONT) AT FIRE ESCAPE, 3rd STORY @ Block 4999 Lot 68 [HPD:19361583] Nov 8, 2026
  4. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE CRACKED GLASS PANE AT DOOR LEADING TO STREET FROM VESTIBULE @ Block 4999 Lot 68 [HPD:19361582] Nov 8, 2026
  5. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005, 2007 ADM CODE AND DEPT. RULES AND REGULATIONS. REMOVE THE ENCUMBRANCE OBSTRUCTING EGRESS FROM FIRE ESCAPES POTTED PLANTS (3) AT ( BALCONY) 2ND FROM EAST AT NORTH EXTERIOR WALL (BUILDING FRONT) AT FIRE ESCAPE, 6th STORY @ Block 4999 Lot 68 [HPD:19361581] Nov 8, 2026
  6. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2026 ADM CODE REPAIR THE LEAKY AND/OR DEFECTIVE FAUCETS AT BATHTUB IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT L2, 2nd APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST @ Block 5107 Lot 3 [HPD:19359726] Nov 7, 2026
  7. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE MISSING 1 GLASS LITE AT DOOR FRAME AT VESTIBULE AT PUBLIC HALL, 1st STORY @ Block 5079 Lot 26 [HPD:19359186] Nov 7, 2026
  8. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE MISSING 5 GLASS LITE AT DOOR AT VESTIBULE AT PUBLIC HALL, 1st STORY @ Block 5079 Lot 26 [HPD:19359185] Nov 7, 2026
  9. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY REPAIR WITH SIMILAR MATERIAL THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE FIRE RETARDENT MATRIAL AT CEILING AT PUBLIC HALL, 2nd STORY @ Block 5083 Lot 41 [HPD:19360074] Nov 7, 2026
  10. hazardous_building — HPD Class C Violation: § 27-2033 ADM CODE PROVIDE READY ACCESS TO BUILDINGS HEATING SYSTEM DOOR LOCKED AT BOILER ROOM @ Block 5083 Lot 41 [HPD:19360073] Nov 7, 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Wakefield, The Bronx safe?

Wakefield currently holds a D safety grade, meaning it has well below average safety. Over the last 30 days there were 282 reported incidents in the area. Safety varies by time of day and block.

What is the safest time to walk in Wakefield?

Based on 90 days of incident data, Late Night (12am–6am) has the fewest reported incidents (590). Late Night (12am–6am) sees the most activity (590 incidents).

How does Wakefield compare to the rest of The Bronx?

Wakefield logged 282 incidents in the last 30 days. View the full comparison section for borough and citywide context.

What types of incidents are most common in Wakefield?

The most reported categories are: hazardous_building (282).

Is Wakefield 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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