Is Morris Park, Bronx Safe in 2026?
Based on 1,772 NYPD-reported crime incidents, 3 shooting incidents, and 2,924 311 quality-of-life complaints recorded over the past 12 months, Morris Park is below the Bronx average for crime with incidents trending upward (17.2% increase year-over-year).
Morris Park is considered safer than average, ranking safer than 74% of the borough. Incidents are trending up with 1,772 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 18, 2026
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Total Crime Incidents
1,772
Past 12 months
Shooting Incidents
3
Past 12 months
Violent Crimes
321
643 felonies total
Year-over-Year Trend
↑ 17.2%
17.2% more incidents
Crime Breakdown
Most Common Crime Types
| Type | Count | % of Total |
|---|---|---|
| petit larceny | 392 | 22.1% |
| harrassment 2 | 239 | 13.5% |
| grand larceny | 177 | 10.0% |
| sex crimes | 153 | 8.6% |
| assault 3 & related offenses | 126 | 7.1% |
| criminal mischief & related of | 119 | 6.7% |
| grand larceny of motor vehicle | 116 | 6.5% |
| felony assault | 77 | 4.3% |
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
1,707
48.8 per 1,000 residents
Very High
Rodent Reports
76
2.2 per 1,000 residents
Low
Sanitation Issues
186
5.3 per 1,000 residents
Moderate
Heat/Hot Water
955
27.3 per 1,000 residents
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
1,442
Past 12 months
Felony Arrests
723
50% of total
Misdemeanor Arrests
712
49% of total
How Safe Is Morris Park 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 (this page) | 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 | 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 Morris Park.
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 Morris Park 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 Morris Park Safety
Is Morris Park safe?
Morris Park is rated "Safer Than Average" — Top 45% safest in the borough. Over the past 12 months, 1,772 crime incidents were recorded, including 3 shooting incidents. Morris Park is considered safer than average, ranking safer than 74% of the borough. Incidents are trending up with 1,772 total incidents recorded over the past 12 months.
What are the most common crimes in Morris Park?
The most common crimes in Morris Park are: 1. PETIT LARCENY (392 incidents, 22.1% of total); 2. HARRASSMENT 2 (239 incidents, 13.5% of total); 3. GRAND LARCENY (177 incidents, 10% of total).
Is Morris Park safer than the Bronx average?
Morris Park is safer than 74% of Bronx neighborhoods. It had 53% fewer incidents than the borough average (1,772 vs. a borough average of 3,800).
How has crime changed in Morris Park?
Crime in Morris Park has worsened by 17.2% year-over-year, rising from 1,512 to 1,772 incidents. The trend is classified as "worsening."
What do 311 complaints say about Morris Park?
311 data shows 1,707 Very High complaints, 76 Low complaints, and 186 Moderate complaints. These quality-of-life indicators provide context beyond crime statistics.
Is Morris Park safe at night?
Night safety in Morris Park varies by block. About 42.7% of crimes occur on streets and sidewalks. Morris Park recorded 3 shooting incidents in the past 12 months. Use DwellCheck to research specific addresses and understand block-by-block conditions.
Is Morris Park safe for families?
For families considering Morris Park: the neighborhood recorded 1,707 noise complaints (very high for Bronx) and 76 rodent reports. It ranks safer than 74% of Bronx neighborhoods, which is above average. 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. Morris Park ranks at the 74th percentile with 1,772 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 Morris Park at night?
Morris Park is classified as "Safer Than Average" by NYPD CompStat data. Over the past 12 months it recorded 3 shooting incidents and 1,772 total crime incidents — 53% 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 Morris Park dangerous?
By NYPD data, Morris Park is rated "Safer Than Average" — safer than 74% of Bronx neighborhoods. 1,772 crime incidents over 12 months, worsened by 17.2% year-over-year, rising from 1,512 to 1,772 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 Morris Park 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 Morris Park a good place to live?
Morris Park scores in the 74th percentile for safety in Bronx. Morris Park is considered safer than average, ranking safer than 74% of the borough. Incidents are trending up with 1,772 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 Morris Park to see all six dimensions side-by-side.
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