Is Fordham, Bronx Safe in 2026?
Based on 3,391 NYPD-reported crime incidents, 5 shooting incidents, and 8,232 311 quality-of-life complaints recorded over the past 12 months, Fordham is below the Bronx average for crime with stable incident levels year-over-year.
Fordham is considered higher than average, ranking safer than 44% of the borough. Incident levels are stable with 3,391 total incidents recorded over the past 12 months.
Data covers December 2024 – December 2025 (12 months) · Source: NYPD CompStat & NYC 311 via NYC Open Data · Updated April 26, 2026
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Total Crime Incidents
3,391
Past 12 months
Shooting Incidents
5
Past 12 months
Violent Crimes
512
1,076 felonies total
Year-over-Year Trend
↔ 0%
No significant change
Crime Breakdown
Most Common Crime Types
| Type | Count | % of Total |
|---|---|---|
| harrassment 2 | 431 | 12.7% |
| dangerous drugs | 411 | 12.1% |
| assault 3 & related offenses | 397 | 11.7% |
| vehicle and traffic laws | 327 | 9.6% |
| felony assault | 216 | 6.4% |
| other offenses related to theft | 206 | 6.1% |
| petit larceny | 175 | 5.2% |
| grand larceny | 172 | 5.1% |
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.
Noise Complaints
4,130
118.0 per 1,000 residents
Very High
Rodent Reports
134
3.8 per 1,000 residents
Low
Sanitation Issues
112
3.2 per 1,000 residents
Low
Heat/Hot Water
3,856
110.2 per 1,000 residents
Very High
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
1,341
Past 12 months
Felony Arrests
418
31% of total
Misdemeanor Arrests
898
67% of total
How Safe Is Fordham Compared to Other Bronx Neighborhoods?
Bronx Neighborhood Safety Comparison
| Neighborhood | Crime Incidents | Shootings | Verdict | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pelham Bay | 1,291 | 0 | Much Safer Than Average | 83% |
| Riverdale | 1,573 | 1 | Much Safer Than Average | 79% |
| Morris Park | 1,772 | 3 | Safer Than Average | 74% |
| Parkchester | 1,396 | 3 | Safer Than Average | 74% |
| Co-op City | 1,420 | 4 | Safer Than Average | 74% |
| Pelham Parkway | 2,437 | 2 | Safer Than Average | 68% |
| Castle Hill | 2,776 | 4 | Safer Than Average | 63% |
| Throgs Neck | 2,819 | 4 | Safer Than Average | 63% |
| Bedford Park | 3,910 | 1 | Average | 49% |
| Fordham (this page) | 3,391 | 5 | Higher Than Average | 44% |
| University Heights | 7,428 | 18 | Higher Than Average | 44% |
| Kingsbridge | 3,767 | 5 | Higher Than Average | 44% |
| Hunts Point | 3,676 | 5 | Higher Than Average | 44% |
| Belmont | 3,584 | 10 | Higher Than Average | 44% |
| Eastchester | 3,924 | 9 | Higher Than Average | 44% |
| Highbridge | 2,617 | 5 | Higher Than Average | 44% |
| Soundview | 7,828 | 23 | Higher Than Average | 44% |
| Norwood | 2,847 | 5 | Higher Than Average | 44% |
| Mount Eden | 10,252 | 24 | Higher Than Average | 33% |
| Concourse | 7,020 | 10 | High Activity Area | 8% |
| Melrose | 7,276 | 8 | High Activity Area | 4% |
| Mott Haven | 7,701 | 20 | High Activity Area | 0% |
Understanding This Data
All crime statistics on this page are sourced directly from the NYPD CompStat database via NYC Open Data. 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 Fordham.
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 Fordham only against other NTAs within Bronx, so scores are borough-relative rather than city-wide.
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 Fordham Safety
Is Fordham safe?
Fordham is rated "Higher Than Average" — Above-average incident activity. Over the past 12 months, 3,391 crime incidents were recorded, including 5 shooting incidents. Fordham is considered higher than average, ranking safer than 44% of the borough. Incident levels are stable with 3,391 total incidents recorded over the past 12 months.
What are the most common crimes in Fordham?
The most common crimes in Fordham are: 1. HARRASSMENT 2 (431 incidents, 12.7% of total); 2. DANGEROUS DRUGS (411 incidents, 12.1% of total); 3. ASSAULT 3 & RELATED OFFENSES (397 incidents, 11.7% of total).
Is Fordham safer than the Bronx average?
Fordham is safer than 44% of Bronx neighborhoods. It had 11% fewer incidents than the borough average (3,391 vs. a borough average of 3,800).
How has crime changed in Fordham?
Crime in Fordham has remained stable year-over-year (3,390 vs 3,391 incidents). The trend is classified as "stable."
What do 311 complaints say about Fordham?
311 data shows 4,130 Very High complaints, 134 Low complaints, and 112 Low complaints. These quality-of-life indicators provide context beyond crime statistics.
Is Fordham safe at night?
Night safety in Fordham varies by block. About 43.8% of crimes occur on streets and sidewalks. Fordham recorded 5 shooting incidents in the past 12 months. Use DwellCheck to research specific addresses and understand block-by-block conditions.
Is Fordham safe for families?
For families considering Fordham: the neighborhood recorded 4,130 noise complaints (very high for Bronx) and 134 rodent reports. It ranks in the 44th percentile for safety in Bronx. 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. Fordham ranks at the 44th percentile with 3,391 incidents. Compare all Bronx neighborhoods in the comparison table above to see how each ranks by total crime, shootings, and borough percentile. All data is sourced from NYPD CompStat.
Can you walk around Fordham at night?
Fordham is classified as "Higher Than Average" by NYPD CompStat data. Over the past 12 months it recorded 5 shooting incidents and 3,391 total crime incidents — 11% 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 Fordham dangerous?
By NYPD data, Fordham is rated "Higher Than Average" — safer than 44% of Bronx neighborhoods. 3,391 crime incidents over 12 months, remained stable year-over-year (3,390 vs 3,391 incidents). Block-level risk varies; check our address-level safety score for any specific street or building to weight NYPD incidents within a 250-meter radius.
What parts of Fordham should I avoid?
NYPD CompStat reports incidents at the precinct level, not block-by-block, so a granular "avoid this street" answer isn't possible from public data alone. The most reliable signal at the block level is DwellCheck's address-level safety score, which weights NYPD incidents within a 250m 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 Fordham a good place to live?
Fordham scores in the 44th percentile for safety in Bronx. Fordham is considered higher than average, ranking safer than 44% of the borough. Incident levels are stable with 3,391 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 Fordham to see all six dimensions side-by-side.
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