Melrose vs Morrisania: Safety Comparison

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

Updated March 27, 2026

	Melrose The Bronx	Morrisania The Bronx
Safety Grade	A	D
30-Day Incidents	5	3
Violent Crime	2	2
Robbery	0	1
Drug Activity	1	0

Verdict

Morrisania is currently safer with 3 incidents vs 5 in Melrose. Safety grades: Melrose (A) vs Morrisania (D).

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Melrose or Morrisania safer?

Morrisania currently has fewer incidents (3 vs 5 in the last 30 days) and a D safety grade.

Which has more violent crime?

Melrose: 2 violent incidents. Morrisania: 2. These counts reflect the last 30 days.

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