Is Concourse Safe? Bronx Livability, Crime & Rent
Concourse is a transit-rich, densely walkable neighborhood (composite 6.6) that rewards commuters and urban explorers but demands tolerance for noise and heightened street activity.
Is Concourse Safe?
Concourse, Bronx scores 6.6/10 for overall livability, ranking #3 of 10 Bronx neighborhoods. Concourse is a transit-rich, densely walkable neighborhood (composite 6.6) that rewards commuters and urban explorers but demands tolerance for noise and heightened street activity.
This score aggregates live NYPD crime data, 311 safety complaints, shooting incidents, and building health signals within walking distance. Safety varies by block — check a specific Concourse address below for a block-level breakdown.
Score Overview
Vertical line = borough median. Scale: 0-10.
Neighborhood Character
You'll find yourself in a densely built neighborhood anchored by the Grand Concourse, where Art Deco facades line wide boulevards and 103 trees per 200-meter radius create pockets of green despite heavy urban density. The area hums with constant activity—nearby Yankee Stadium draws crowds, transit rumbles overhead on the 2, 4, 5 lines at 149 St-Grand Concourse, and the B and D trains serve 167 St, making this a transit-rich corridor. Parks like Joyce Kilmer, Franz Sigel, and Mill Pond sit within a 6-minute walk (357m average), though you'll share sidewalks with significant foot traffic and contend with the realities of a high-activity neighborhood: 15,611 noise complaints over the past year and crime activity that's worsening.
Analysis based on 17 properties scored across 30+ data points
Livability & Restoration
Tree Canopy
103 trees
Avg within 200m | Density: 9.5/10
10 additional trees per block correlates with health benefits equivalent to being 7 years younger (Kardan et al., 2015)
Park Access
Franz Sigel Park
Avg 357m away | Score: 2.9/10
Living within 300m of green space associated with 30% fewer antidepressant prescriptions (Taylor et al., 2015)
Acoustic Quality
10/10
Noise proxy score (higher = quieter)
Chronic noise above 55 dB at night associated with 8% cardiovascular mortality increase (Basner et al., 2014)
Street Character
0/10
Enclosure: 0/10
Transit & Commute
Subway Stations
Commute Score
6.5/10
Borough median: 5/10
Walk Score Proxy
0/10
Based on street geometry analysis
Financial Landscape
Median Price
$0
Price per Sq Ft
$0
Price Distribution
Price by Building Type
Investment Indicators
Avg Unused FAR
0 sqft
Development rights potential
Unused development rights valued at $30-$80/sqft in Brooklyn (Glaeser, 2011)
Avg Days on Market
0
Market velocity signal
Multi-Family Stock
0%
2-4 family buildings
Multi-family owner-occupants build 2.4x wealth vs single-family (Herbert, 2013)
Outdoor & Green Space
Avg Tree Count
103
Within 200m radius
Canopy Density
9.5/10
Normalized canopy coverage
Park Network
- Franz Sigel Park
- Mill Pond Park
- Yankee Stadium Garages/Lots
- Joyce Kilmer Park
- Merriam Playground
Avg distance: 357m
Practical Living
Building Types
Who Concourse Is For
Transit-dependent commuters
Commute score of 6.5 outpaces the borough median (5.0), with three subway lines converging at two major stations within walking distance
Renters prioritizing walkability
Practical score of 9.0—the highest measured metric—reflects dense services and sidewalk infrastructure; 88% mid-rise buildings support ground-floor retail and foot traffic
Urban park users
Outdoor score of 5.8 exceeds borough baseline (5.5), backed by above-average tree canopy (9.5/10 density) and five parks within 400m
Pros & Cons
Strengths
Exceptional transit access
Three subway lines (2, 4, 5, B, D) within two stations; commute score 6.5 vs. borough median 5.0
Dense tree coverage and walkable parks
Average 103 trees per 200m radius with 9.5/10 canopy density; five parks averaging 357m away
High walkability infrastructure
Practical score of 9.0 (highest measured category), driven by dense mid-rise building stock (88%) and ground-level services
Architectural character and cultural anchors
Grand Concourse Art Deco district and proximity to Bronx Museum and Yankee Stadium create neighborhood identity
Trade-offs
Very high noise activity
15,611 noise complaints over 12 months—substantially above typical neighborhoods
Worsening crime trend
Crime activity up 174.9% year-over-year; safety percentile at 53% (median for borough)
Moderate rodent pressure
828 rodent complaints over 12 months; typical of dense urban corridors
Below-average financial and investment metrics
Financial and investment scores both at 5.0 (neutral); limited positive momentum in these categories
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Search an Address in ConcourseFrequently Asked Questions about Concourse
1Is Concourse safe?
Concourse safety varies by block. DwellCheck provides detailed safety data including NYPD crime statistics, arrest data, and 311 complaints. Check the Concourse safety page for full details.
2What is the average rent in Concourse?
Rents in Concourse, Bronx vary significantly by building and apartment type. The median listing price is $0. Use DwellCheck to research specific addresses.
3How is transit access in Concourse?
Concourse has a commute score of 6.5/10. 2 subway stations serve the area: 167 St, 149 St-Grand Concourse.
4What are the best streets in Concourse?
The best streets depend on your priorities. Use DwellCheck to compare specific addresses across livability, safety, transit, and environmental factors.
5What is the average DwellScore in Concourse?
Median composite score is 6.6 (interquartile range 6.2–7.0). Strength lies in Practical infrastructure (9.0) and Commute access (6.5); Financial (5.0) and ART/Livability (4.8) scores are neutral or below-borough baseline.
6How safe is Concourse?
Safety activity ranks at the 53rd percentile in the Bronx (median tier). Total crime over 12 months is 7,162 incidents, with a concerning upward trend of +174.9% year-over-year. Noise complaints (15,611) are very high.
7What's the building stock like?
88% of tracked buildings are mid-rise structures; 12% are walk-ups. This mix supports dense street-level activity and retail but limits single-family or boutique housing options.
8What transit lines serve this neighborhood?
Two major stations: 149 St-Grand Concourse (lines 2, 4, 5) and 167 St (lines 4, B, D). This triple-redundancy is a primary asset for commuters.