Wakefield, The Bronx Safety Report

C average safety

Updated May 11, 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
42
Trend
Up 0% vs previous 30 days
90-Day Total
42

Incidents by Type (30 Days)

Safety by Time of Day (90 Days)

Borough & Citywide Comparison

The Bronx (30d)
5387
Citywide (30d)
13481
Wakefield share
0.8%

Recent Incidents in Wakefield

  1. Violent Crime — Three Possible Gunshots Detected @ 4467 Hill Ave (Wakefield, Bronx) [CZ:-Os4I4y3HVl9779ChZT6] May 8, 2026
  2. 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 IN THE ENTRANCE LOCATED AT APT 1F, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH @ Block 5079 Lot 62 [HPD:18877009] May 7, 2026
  3. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2045(B)(1)(B) HMC, § 12-06, § 12-07, § 12-09 RCNY REPAIR, REPLACE OR PROVIDE AN APPROVED AND OPERATIONAL CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTING DEVICE, INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPLICABLE LAW AND RULES MISSING IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 1F, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH @ Block 5079 Lot 62 [HPD:18877007] May 7, 2026
  4. 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 MISSING IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 1F, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH @ Block 5079 Lot 62 [HPD:18877006] May 7, 2026
  5. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN A UNIFORM COLOR THE CEILING AND EAST WALL IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 3C, 3rd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH @ Block 5019 Lot 5 [HPD:18877473] May 7, 2026
  6. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE ROOF SO THAT IT WILL NOT LEAK OVER CEILING IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 3C, 3rd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH @ Block 5019 Lot 5 [HPD:18877471] May 7, 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 THE CEILING AND ALL WALLS IN THE FOYER LOCATED AT APT 3C, 3rd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH @ Block 5019 Lot 5 [HPD:18877469] May 7, 2026
  8. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE ROOF SO THAT IT WILL NOT LEAK OVER CEILING IN NORTH- 1 CLOSET IN THE FOYER LOCATED AT APT 3C, 3rd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH @ Block 5019 Lot 5 [HPD:18877468] May 7, 2026
  9. 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 5115 Lot 15 [HPD:18875876] May 6, 2026
  10. hazardous_building — HPD Class C Violation: § 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY REPAIR WITH SIMILAR MATERIAL THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE FIRE RETARDANT MATERIAL AT CEILING AT PUBLIC HALL, 2nd STORY @ Block 5115 Lot 15 [HPD:18875875] May 6, 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Wakefield, The Bronx safe?

Wakefield currently holds a C safety grade, meaning it has average safety. Over the last 30 days there were 42 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, Evening (6pm–12am) has the fewest reported incidents (1). Late Night (12am–6am) sees the most activity (41 incidents).

How does Wakefield compare to the rest of The Bronx?

Wakefield logged 42 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 (40), Robbery (1), Violent Crime (1).

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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