Is Fordham, Bronx Safe? Crime Rate & NYPD Data (2026)
Fordham has a lower crime rate per resident than 14% of Bronx neighborhoods, or 113.9 reported crimes per 1,000 residents. Measured per resident, it sits on the higher-crime half of Bronx. DwellCheck rates it "Much Higher Than Average" — significantly above average — from 3,655 NYPD complaint records and 5 shooting incidents over the 12 months ending June 2026, and incidents are up 6.7% year-over-year. 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 10,148 quality-of-life complaints in Fordham. Fordham is considered much higher than average, with a lower crime rate per resident than 14% of Bronx neighborhoods. Incidents are trending up with 3,655 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 Fordham?
Fordham recorded 3,655 NYPD crime complaints over the 12 months ending June 2026. Against the 2020 Census population of its Neighborhood Tabulation Areas (32,099 residents) that is 113.9 reported crimes per 1,000 residents, which is a lower crime rate per resident than 14% of Bronx neighborhoods. Of those, 1,205 were felonies and 411 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.
Fordham Safety Dashboard
Total Crime Incidents
3,655
Past 12 months · 113.9 per 1,000 residents
Shooting Incidents
5
Past 12 months
Violent Crimes
411
Murder, rape, robbery, felony assault
Year-over-Year Trend
↑ 6.7%
6.7% more incidents
* Borough rate: the borough's count per resident across the neighborhoods we track, applied to this neighborhood's 32,099 residents (2020 Census).
Most Common Crimes in Fordham
Most Common Crime Types
| Type | Count | % of Total |
|---|---|---|
| dangerous drugs | 455 | 12.4% |
| harrassment 2 | 446 | 12.2% |
| assault 3 & related offenses | 417 | 11.4% |
| vehicle and traffic laws | 356 | 9.7% |
| felony assault | 273 | 7.5% |
| other offenses related to theft | 229 | 6.3% |
| petit larceny | 185 | 5.1% |
| criminal mischief & related of | 182 | 5.0% |
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 (32,099 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
5,806
180.9 per 1,000 residents
Very High
Rodent Reports
153
4.8 per 1,000 residents
High
Sanitation Issues
172
5.4 per 1,000 residents
Low
Heat/Hot Water
4,017
125.1 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
1,910
Past 12 months
Felony Arrests
576
30% of total
Misdemeanor Arrests
1,300
68% of total
How Safe Is Fordham 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 | 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 (this page) | 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 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's reported crimes per resident (its NTAs' 2020 Census population, 32,099) 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 Fordham'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 Fordham Safety
Is Fordham safe?
Fordham has a lower crime rate per resident than 14% of Bronx neighborhoods, or 113.9 reported crimes per 1,000 residents. Measured per resident, it sits on the higher-crime half of Bronx. DwellCheck rates it "Much Higher Than Average" — significantly above average — from 3,655 NYPD complaint records and 5 shooting incidents over the 12 months ending June 2026, and incidents are up 6.7% year-over-year. 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 Fordham?
Fordham recorded 3,655 NYPD crime complaints over the 12 months ending June 2026. Against the 2020 Census population of its Neighborhood Tabulation Areas (32,099 residents) that is 113.9 reported crimes per 1,000 residents, which is a lower crime rate per resident than 14% of Bronx neighborhoods. Of those, 1,205 were felonies and 411 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 Fordham?
The most common crimes in Fordham are: 1. DANGEROUS DRUGS (455 incidents, 12.4% of total); 2. HARRASSMENT 2 (446 incidents, 12.2% of total); 3. ASSAULT 3 & RELATED OFFENSES (417 incidents, 11.4% of total).
Is Fordham safer than the Bronx average?
Fordham has a lower crime rate per resident than 14% of Bronx neighborhoods. It had 41% more incidents than the borough average (3,655 vs. a borough average of 2,598 for a neighborhood of the same population, 32,099 residents in the 2020 Census). That is 113.9 reported crimes per 1,000 residents.
How has crime changed in Fordham?
Crime in Fordham has worsened by 6.7% year-over-year, rising from 3,425 to 3,655 incidents. The trend is classified as "worsening."
What do 311 complaints say about Fordham?
Over the past 12 months, 311 recorded 5,806 noise complaints (very high per resident), 153 rodent complaints (high) and 172 sanitation complaints (low). 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 Fordham safe at night?
Night safety in Fordham varies by block. About 42.7% 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 5,806 noise complaints (very high per resident among the NYC neighborhoods we track) and 153 rodent reports. It has a lower crime rate per resident than 14% 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. Fordham has a lower crime rate per resident than 14% of Bronx neighborhoods, with 3,655 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 Fordham at night?
Fordham is classified as "Much Higher Than Average" by NYPD complaint data. Over the past 12 months it recorded 5 shooting incidents and 3,655 total crime incidents — 41% more 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 "Much Higher Than Average", with a lower crime rate per resident than 14% of Bronx neighborhoods. 3,655 crime incidents over 12 months, worsened by 6.7% year-over-year, rising from 3,425 to 3,655 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 Fordham 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 Fordham a good place to live?
Fordham is considered much higher than average, with a lower crime rate per resident than 14% of Bronx neighborhoods. Incidents are trending up with 3,655 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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