Belmont vs Fordham: Safety Comparison

Side-by-side safety comparison for two of NYC’s most popular neighborhoods. Which is safer for renters in 2026?

Updated August 12, 2026

Belmont
The Bronx		 Fordham
The Bronx
Safety Grade D F
30-Day Incidents 927 993
Violent Crime 23 20
Robbery 8 21
Drug Activity 0 1

Verdict

Belmont is currently safer with 927 incidents vs 993 in Fordham. Safety grades: Belmont (D) vs Fordham (F).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Belmont or Fordham safer?

Belmont currently has fewer incidents (927 vs 993 in the last 30 days) and a D safety grade.

Which has more violent crime?

Belmont: 23 violent incidents. Fordham: 20. These counts reflect the last 30 days.

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