Woodlawn vs Norwood: 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

	Woodlawn The Bronx	Norwood The Bronx
Safety Grade	B	D
30-Day Incidents	89	530
Violent Crime	2	18
Robbery	1	10
Drug Activity	0	0

Verdict

Woodlawn is currently safer with 89 incidents vs 530 in Norwood. Safety grades: Woodlawn (B) vs Norwood (D).

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Woodlawn or Norwood safer?

Woodlawn currently has fewer incidents (89 vs 530 in the last 30 days) and a B safety grade.

Which has more violent crime?

Woodlawn: 2 violent incidents. Norwood: 18. These counts reflect the last 30 days.

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