Westchester Square, The Bronx Safety Report

B fairly safe

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

Historic town center of the east Bronx with a commercial square, diverse dining, and 6 train access.

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30-Day Crime & Safety Summary

Total Incidents
75
Trend
Down 44% vs previous 30 days
90-Day Total
379

Incidents by Type (30 Days)

Safety by Time of Day (90 Days)

Borough & Citywide Comparison

The Bronx (30d)
12791
Citywide (30d)
34125
Westchester Square share
0.6%

Recent Incidents in Westchester Square

  1. Agitator / Disturbance — Report of Man Fired Two Shots After Making Threats With Gun @ 2351 Haviland Ave [CZ:-OzYKexncIu-iUy2ygtl] Aug 8, 2026
  2. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY REPAIR WITH SIMILAR MATERIAL THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE WOOD FLOOR IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT 4A, 1st STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH , SECTION ''west'' @ Block 3812 Lot 17 [HPD:19121236] Aug 7, 2026
  3. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2026 ADM CODE REPAIR THE LEAKY AND/OR DEFECTIVE WATER SUPPLY PIPE AT SINK IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT 4A, 1st STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH , SECTION ''west'' @ Block 3812 Lot 17 [HPD:19121235] Aug 7, 2026
  4. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY REPAIR WITH SIMILAR MATERIAL THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE CERAMIC TILES FLOOR IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 4A, 1st STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH , SECTION ''west'' @ Block 3812 Lot 17 [HPD:19121234] Aug 7, 2026
  5. hazardous_building — HPD Class C Violation: § 27-2031 ADMIN. CODE: PROVIDE HOT WATER AT ALL HOT WATER FIXTURES IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 1, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH @ Block 3821 Lot 91 [HPD:19111462] Aug 4, 2026
  6. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY REPAIR WITH SIMILAR MATERIAL THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE FIRE RETARDENT MATERIAL AT CEILING AT PUBLIC HALL, 1st STORY @ Block 3812 Lot 1 [HPD:19116526] Aug 4, 2026
  7. hazardous_building — HPD Class C Violation: 567 (C) § 27-2017, 27-2017.1, 27-2017.4, 27-2017.5, 27-2017.8, 27-2019, 27-2021 HMC: ABATE THE NUISANCE CONSISTING OF EVIDENCE OF RATS AND ALL UNDERLYING CAUSES CREATING THE PEST INFESTATIONS, BY USING INTEGRATED PEST MANAGEMENT (IPM), ELIMINATE ALL BURROW ENTRY AND PASSAGEWAYS, PEST NESTS, HOLES, GAPS OR CRACKS IN WALLS, CEILINGS, FLOORS, FIXING LEAKS AND MANAGING GARBAGE IN PUBLIC AREAS. EVIDENCE FOUND AT RATS THROUGH-ALL YARDS @ Block 3812 Lot 1 [HPD:19116525] Aug 4, 2026
  8. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE DOOR LATCH AND STRIKER PLATE IN THE ENTRANCE LOCATED AT APT A1, 1st STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH @ Block 3812 Lot 1 [HPD:19116524] Aug 4, 2026
  9. 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 1A, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH @ Block 3996 Lot 17 [HPD:19110798] Aug 3, 2026
  10. 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 INOPERABLE IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 1A, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH @ Block 3996 Lot 17 [HPD:19110797] Aug 3, 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Westchester Square, The Bronx safe?

Westchester Square currently holds a B safety grade, meaning it has fairly safe. Over the last 30 days there were 75 reported incidents in the area. Safety varies by time of day and block.

What is the safest time to walk in Westchester Square?

Based on 90 days of incident data, Morning (6am–12pm) has the fewest reported incidents (6). Late Night (12am–6am) sees the most activity (356 incidents).

How does Westchester Square compare to the rest of The Bronx?

Westchester Square logged 75 incidents in the last 30 days. View the full comparison section for borough and citywide context.

What types of incidents are most common in Westchester Square?

The most reported categories are: hazardous_building (68), Violent Crime (3), Agitator / Disturbance (2).

Is Westchester Square getting safer or more dangerous?

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

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