Is Eastchester, Bronx Safe? Crime Rate & NYPD Data (2026)
Eastchester has a lower crime rate per resident than 48% of Bronx neighborhoods, or 73.7 reported crimes per 1,000 residents. Measured per resident, it sits on the higher-crime half of Bronx. DwellCheck rates it "Higher Than Average" — above-average incident activity — from 3,814 NYPD complaint records and 7 shooting incidents over the 12 months ending June 2026, and incidents held roughly steady year-over-year (3,724 vs 3,814). Safety varies block by block, so read this as neighborhood context rather than a verdict on any single street.
Over the same 12 months, 311 logged 4,469 quality-of-life complaints in Eastchester. Eastchester is considered higher than average: it has a lower crime rate per resident than 48% of Bronx neighborhoods, but 7 shooting incidents in the past 12 months lower the rating. Incident levels are stable with 3,814 total incidents recorded over the past 12 months.
Data covers June 2025 – June 2026 (12 months) · Source: NYPD Complaint, Shooting & Arrest Data and NYC 311 via NYC Open Data · Updated September 14, 2026
What Is the Crime Rate in Eastchester?
Eastchester recorded 3,814 NYPD crime complaints over the 12 months ending June 2026. Against the 2020 Census population of its Neighborhood Tabulation Areas (51,736 residents) that is 73.7 reported crimes per 1,000 residents, which is a lower crime rate per resident than 48% of Bronx neighborhoods. Of those, 1,382 were felonies and 373 were violent crimes (murder, rape, robbery or felony assault). Crimes are counted where they were reported, so commercial and nightlife blocks push the rate up in districts with few residents.
Eastchester Safety Dashboard
Total Crime Incidents
3,814
Past 12 months · 73.7 per 1,000 residents
Shooting Incidents
7
Past 12 months
Violent Crimes
373
Murder, rape, robbery, felony assault
Year-over-Year Trend
↔ 2.4%
No significant change
* Borough rate: the borough's count per resident across the neighborhoods we track, applied to this neighborhood's 51,736 residents (2020 Census).
Most Common Crimes in Eastchester
Most Common Crime Types
| Type | Count | % of Total |
|---|---|---|
| harrassment 2 | 695 | 18.2% |
| petit larceny | 539 | 14.1% |
| assault 3 & related offenses | 474 | 12.4% |
| criminal mischief & related of | 381 | 10.0% |
| grand larceny | 314 | 8.2% |
| felony assault | 252 | 6.6% |
| grand larceny of motor vehicle | 208 | 5.5% |
| off. agnst pub ord sensblty & | 148 | 3.9% |
Severity Distribution
Where Crimes Occur
Quality of Life Indicators
311 complaints reveal patterns about daily quality of life that crime statistics alone do not capture. These are resident-reported issues from the past 12 months. Rates use the 2020 Census population (51,736 residents). Labels compare each rate with the other NYC neighborhoods we track: Low is the bottom quarter, Moderate the middle half, High the next 15%, and Very High the top 10%.
Noise Complaints
2,538
49.1 per 1,000 residents
Moderate
Rodent Reports
158
3.1 per 1,000 residents
Moderate
Sanitation Issues
406
7.8 per 1,000 residents
Moderate
Heat/Hot Water
1,367
26.4 per 1,000 residents
Moderate
Arrest Activity
Arrest data reflects law enforcement activity in the area. High arrest counts relative to crime can indicate active policing; low counts may reflect under-enforcement or lower crime.
Total Arrests
970
Past 12 months
Felony Arrests
411
42% of total
Misdemeanor Arrests
559
58% of total
How Safe Is Eastchester Compared to Other Bronx Neighborhoods?
Bronx Neighborhood Safety Comparison
| Neighborhood | Crime Incidents | Per 1,000 Residents | Shootings | Verdict | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Riverdale | 1,491 | 31.1 | 2 | Much Safer Than Average | 100% |
| Parkchester | 1,227 | 36.5 | 1 | Much Safer Than Average | 95% |
| Pelham Bay | 1,288 | 43.7 | 1 | Much Safer Than Average | 90% |
| Co-op City | 1,668 | 44.6 | 2 | Much Safer Than Average | 86% |
| Throgs Neck | 2,611 | 54.3 | 3 | Safer Than Average | 81% |
| Castle Hill | 2,630 | 63.5 | 5 | Higher Than Average | 76% |
| Norwood | 2,884 | 66.4 | 4 | Safer Than Average | 71% |
| Soundview | 7,571 | 67.8 | 24 | Higher Than Average | 67% |
| Morris Park | 1,704 | 68 | 2 | Safer Than Average | 62% |
| Kingsbridge | 3,996 | 68.2 | 5 | Higher Than Average | 57% |
| Pelham Parkway | 2,257 | 69.6 | 2 | Average | 52% |
| Eastchester (this page) | 3,814 | 73.7 | 7 | Higher Than Average | 48% |
| University Heights | 7,496 | 74.1 | 18 | Higher Than Average | 43% |
| Bedford Park | 4,117 | 74.2 | 3 | Higher Than Average | 38% |
| Highbridge | 2,533 | 78 | 4 | Higher Than Average | 33% |
| Concourse | 6,624 | 95.5 | 16 | Higher Than Average | 29% |
| Belmont | 3,529 | 98.5 | 12 | Much Higher Than Average | 24% |
| Mount Eden | 10,679 | 108.1 | 20 | Much Higher Than Average | 19% |
| Fordham | 3,655 | 113.9 | 5 | Much Higher Than Average | 14% |
| Mott Haven | 7,373 | 127.7 | 16 | Much Higher Than Average | 10% |
| Melrose | 6,482 | 152 | 7 | High Activity Area | 5% |
| Hunts Point | 3,533 | 233.5 | 3 | High Activity Area | 0% |
Understanding This Data
All crime statistics on this page come from NYPD Complaint Data, Shooting Incident Data and Arrest Data published on NYC Open Data, refreshed periodically. Incidents are mapped to neighborhood boundaries using the NYC Department of City Planning Neighborhood Tabulation Areas (NTAs) — the same geographic units used in official census reporting. Each safety score reflects the cumulative activity within the NTA boundaries assigned to Eastchester.
NTA boundaries are drawn to maintain population comparability across census tracts, which means they may not perfectly align with what residents consider their "neighborhood." In some cases, a single NTA spans areas with different character. The percentile ranking compares Eastchester's reported crimes per resident (its NTAs' 2020 Census population, 51,736) only against the other neighborhoods we track in Bronx, so it is borough-relative rather than city-wide. Crimes are counted where they were reported, so commercial and nightlife districts with few residents rank high. The borough averages on this page apply the borough's crimes per resident to Eastchester's population.
Safety conditions vary significantly block by block. Neighborhood-level statistics provide important context but should not substitute for address-level research. Use DwellCheck to analyze a specific address and understand the precise safety environment within walking distance of where you plan to live.
Frequently Asked Questions about Eastchester Safety
Is Eastchester safe?
Eastchester has a lower crime rate per resident than 48% of Bronx neighborhoods, or 73.7 reported crimes per 1,000 residents. Measured per resident, it sits on the higher-crime half of Bronx. DwellCheck rates it "Higher Than Average" — above-average incident activity — from 3,814 NYPD complaint records and 7 shooting incidents over the 12 months ending June 2026, and incidents held roughly steady year-over-year (3,724 vs 3,814). Safety varies block by block, so read this as neighborhood context rather than a verdict on any single street.
What is the crime rate in Eastchester?
Eastchester recorded 3,814 NYPD crime complaints over the 12 months ending June 2026. Against the 2020 Census population of its Neighborhood Tabulation Areas (51,736 residents) that is 73.7 reported crimes per 1,000 residents, which is a lower crime rate per resident than 48% of Bronx neighborhoods. Of those, 1,382 were felonies and 373 were violent crimes (murder, rape, robbery or felony assault). Crimes are counted where they were reported, so commercial and nightlife blocks push the rate up in districts with few residents.
What are the most common crimes in Eastchester?
The most common crimes in Eastchester are: 1. HARRASSMENT 2 (695 incidents, 18.2% of total); 2. PETIT LARCENY (539 incidents, 14.1% of total); 3. ASSAULT 3 & RELATED OFFENSES (474 incidents, 12.4% of total).
Is Eastchester safer than the Bronx average?
Eastchester has a lower crime rate per resident than 48% of Bronx neighborhoods. It had 9% fewer incidents than the borough average (3,814 vs. a borough average of 4,188 for a neighborhood of the same population, 51,736 residents in the 2020 Census). That is 73.7 reported crimes per 1,000 residents.
How has crime changed in Eastchester?
Crime in Eastchester has remained stable year-over-year (3,724 vs 3,814 incidents). The trend is classified as "stable."
What do 311 complaints say about Eastchester?
Over the past 12 months, 311 recorded 2,538 noise complaints (moderate per resident), 158 rodent complaints (moderate) and 406 sanitation complaints (moderate). Each label compares the rate per resident (2020 Census) with the other NYC neighborhoods we track. These quality-of-life indicators provide context beyond crime statistics.
Is Eastchester safe at night?
Night safety in Eastchester varies by block. About 35.1% of crimes occur on streets and sidewalks. Eastchester recorded 7 shooting incidents in the past 12 months. Use DwellCheck to research specific addresses and understand block-by-block conditions.
Is Eastchester safe for families?
For families considering Eastchester: the neighborhood recorded 2,538 noise complaints (moderate per resident among the NYC neighborhoods we track) and 158 rodent reports. It has a lower crime rate per resident than 48% of Bronx neighborhoods. Family-friendliness also depends on schools, parks, and building quality — use DwellCheck to evaluate a specific address.
What is the safest neighborhood in Bronx?
Safety varies across Bronx neighborhoods. Eastchester has a lower crime rate per resident than 48% of Bronx neighborhoods, with 3,814 incidents. Compare all Bronx neighborhoods in the comparison table above to see each one's crimes per 1,000 residents, shootings, and borough percentile. Crime data is NYPD Complaint Data via NYC Open Data.
Can you walk around Eastchester at night?
Eastchester is classified as "Higher Than Average" by NYPD complaint data. Over the past 12 months it recorded 7 shooting incidents and 3,814 total crime incidents — 9% fewer incidents than the borough average. Walking at night carries the same risk profile as anywhere in NYC: stay on commercial corridors with foot traffic, avoid empty side streets after midnight, and prefer subway lines that run 24/7.
Is Eastchester dangerous?
By NYPD data, Eastchester is rated "Higher Than Average", with a lower crime rate per resident than 48% of Bronx neighborhoods. 3,814 crime incidents over 12 months, remained stable year-over-year (3,724 vs 3,814 incidents). Block-level risk varies; check our address-level safety score for any specific street or building, which counts NYPD complaints within a 300-meter radius.
What parts of Eastchester should I avoid?
NYPD complaint records carry approximate incident coordinates, but a neighborhood total can't tell you which blocks drive it, so we don't publish an "avoid this street" list. For a specific block, use DwellCheck's address-level safety score, which counts NYPD complaint records within a 300m radius of a specific building. As a general rule across all NYC neighborhoods: industrial blocks with no foot traffic are higher-risk than residential blocks; subway-station-adjacent commercial corridors are lowest-risk.
Is Eastchester a good place to live?
Eastchester is considered higher than average: it has a lower crime rate per resident than 48% of Bronx neighborhoods, but 7 shooting incidents in the past 12 months lower the rating. Incident levels are stable with 3,814 total incidents recorded over the past 12 months. Whether it's a good fit depends on what you weight: families, solo renters, and remote workers prioritize different factors (noise, transit access, parks, building quality). Use DwellCheck's full livability page for Eastchester to see all six dimensions side-by-side.
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