Is Morris Park Safe? Bronx Livability, Crime & Rent
Morris Park scores a 6.3 median—a middle-ground neighborhood with strong local walkability and tree cover, offset by significant noise, crime activity, and longer commutes.
Is Morris Park Safe?
Morris Park, Bronx scores 6.3/10 for overall livability, ranking #6 of 10 Bronx neighborhoods. Morris Park scores a 6.3 median—a middle-ground neighborhood with strong local walkability and tree cover, offset by significant noise, crime activity, and longer commutes.
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 Morris Park address below for a block-level breakdown.
Score Overview
Vertical line = borough median. Scale: 0-10.
Neighborhood Character
Morris Park is a densely tree-lined neighborhood where you'll walk under a canopy average of 127 trees within 200 meters and experience strong Italian-American roots along Morris Park Avenue. The streets are lined entirely with walk-up buildings, creating a low-rise, pedestrian-scaled environment that feels residential and established. You're within walking distance of Loreto Playground and benefit from direct access to the Morris Park subway station (5 train), though the commute score reflects longer travel times to major employment centers. The neighborhood registers as high-activity for safety (82nd percentile in the borough), but noise and crime data show this is a lively, densely-populated area with challenges: 1,737 noise complaints and a worsening crime trend (+189.7% over 12 months) against 1,344 total crimes.
Analysis based on 5 properties scored across 30+ data points
Livability & Restoration
Tree Canopy
127 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
Loreto Playground
Avg 298m away | Score: 2.8/10
Living within 300m of green space associated with 30% fewer antidepressant prescriptions (Taylor et al., 2015)
Acoustic Quality
6/10
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
3/10
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
127
Within 200m radius
Canopy Density
9.5/10
Normalized canopy coverage
Park Network
- Loreto Playground
Avg distance: 298m
Practical Living
Building Types
Who Morris Park Is For
Transit-dependent commuters on a budget
Direct 5 train access and a Practical score of 9 (well above borough median of 4) mean solid access to essential services, though Commute score of 3 reflects longer travel times to job centers
People prioritizing walkable streets and green space
ART/Livability score of 6.8 (above borough median) paired with exceptional tree density (127 avg within 200m, canopy 9.5/10) creates strong pedestrian appeal
Community-oriented residents seeking established neighborhoods
Established Italian-American character and proximity to Montefiore Medical Center anchor the area, though you'll need to accept higher noise and crime activity
Pros & Cons
Strengths
Exceptional tree canopy and green infrastructure
127 trees average within 200m radius with 9.5/10 canopy density—substantial greening for a Bronx neighborhood
Strong walkability and practical services access
Practical score of 9 (more than double borough median of 4) reflects concentrated access to groceries, pharmacies, and essentials
Direct subway access with established character
Morris Park (5 train) station provides transit connectivity; neighborhood anchored by Montefiore Medical Center and Italian-American heritage
Trade-offs
Very high noise levels
1,737 noise complaints recorded—a significant volume indicating street activity and congestion
Worsening crime trend and high-activity safety profile
Crime up 189.7% over 12 months with 1,344 total crimes; 82nd percentile for borough activity indicates this is a high-incident area
Long commute times to major employment areas
Commute score of 3 (below borough median of 5) reflects distance from Manhattan job centers despite direct subway access
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Search an Address in Morris ParkFrequently Asked Questions about Morris Park
1Is Morris Park safe?
Morris Park safety varies by block. DwellCheck provides detailed safety data including NYPD crime statistics, arrest data, and 311 complaints. Check the Morris Park safety page for full details.
2What is the average rent in Morris Park?
Rents in Morris Park, 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 Morris Park?
Morris Park has a commute score of 3/10. 1 subway stations serve the area: Morris Park.
4What are the best streets in Morris Park?
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 Morris Park?
The median composite score is 6.3 (interquartile range 5.9–6.7). Practical services score highest at 9; commute is lowest at 3. The neighborhood's strength lies in walkability and green infrastructure, weakened by safety and commute challenges.
6How safe is Morris Park?
Safety registers as high-activity (82nd percentile in the Bronx), meaning elevated incident density. 1,344 total crimes in the last 12 months with a worsening trend (+189.7%). Rodent complaints are low (72), but noise complaints are very high (1,737).
7What's the transit situation?
You have direct access to the Morris Park (5) station, but the Commute score of 3 (below borough median of 5) reflects longer travel times to major employment hubs like Midtown Manhattan. Best for those working in the Bronx or upper Manhattan.