Is Mott Haven, Bronx Safe? Crime Rate & NYPD Data (2026)
Mott Haven has a lower crime rate per resident than 10% of Bronx neighborhoods, or 127.7 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 7,373 NYPD complaint records and 16 shooting incidents over the 12 months ending June 2026, and incidents are down 7.2% 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 12,054 quality-of-life complaints in Mott Haven. Mott Haven is considered much higher than average, with a lower crime rate per resident than 10% of Bronx neighborhoods. Incidents are trending down with 7,373 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 Mott Haven?
Mott Haven recorded 7,373 NYPD crime complaints over the 12 months ending June 2026. Against the 2020 Census population of its Neighborhood Tabulation Areas (57,718 residents) that is 127.7 reported crimes per 1,000 residents, which is a lower crime rate per resident than 10% of Bronx neighborhoods. Of those, 2,449 were felonies and 866 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.
Mott Haven Safety Dashboard
Total Crime Incidents
7,373
Past 12 months · 127.7 per 1,000 residents
Shooting Incidents
16
Past 12 months
Violent Crimes
866
Murder, rape, robbery, felony assault
Year-over-Year Trend
↓ 7.2%
7.2% fewer incidents
* Borough rate: the borough's count per resident across the neighborhoods we track, applied to this neighborhood's 57,718 residents (2020 Census).
Most Common Crimes in Mott Haven
Most Common Crime Types
| Type | Count | % of Total |
|---|---|---|
| harrassment 2 | 1,165 | 15.8% |
| assault 3 & related offenses | 901 | 12.2% |
| petit larceny | 806 | 10.9% |
| felony assault | 506 | 6.9% |
| criminal mischief & related of | 485 | 6.6% |
| dangerous drugs | 447 | 6.1% |
| grand larceny | 436 | 5.9% |
| vehicle and traffic laws | 356 | 4.8% |
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 (57,718 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
7,123
123.4 per 1,000 residents
High
Rodent Reports
176
3.0 per 1,000 residents
Moderate
Sanitation Issues
629
10.9 per 1,000 residents
High
Heat/Hot Water
4,126
71.5 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
3,475
Past 12 months
Felony Arrests
1,029
30% of total
Misdemeanor Arrests
2,413
69% of total
How Safe Is Mott Haven 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 | 3,655 | 113.9 | 5 | Much Higher Than Average | 14% |
| Mott Haven (this page) | 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 Mott Haven.
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 Mott Haven's reported crimes per resident (its NTAs' 2020 Census population, 57,718) 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 Mott Haven'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 Mott Haven Safety
Is Mott Haven safe?
Mott Haven has a lower crime rate per resident than 10% of Bronx neighborhoods, or 127.7 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 7,373 NYPD complaint records and 16 shooting incidents over the 12 months ending June 2026, and incidents are down 7.2% 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 Mott Haven?
Mott Haven recorded 7,373 NYPD crime complaints over the 12 months ending June 2026. Against the 2020 Census population of its Neighborhood Tabulation Areas (57,718 residents) that is 127.7 reported crimes per 1,000 residents, which is a lower crime rate per resident than 10% of Bronx neighborhoods. Of those, 2,449 were felonies and 866 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 Mott Haven?
The most common crimes in Mott Haven are: 1. HARRASSMENT 2 (1,165 incidents, 15.8% of total); 2. ASSAULT 3 & RELATED OFFENSES (901 incidents, 12.2% of total); 3. PETIT LARCENY (806 incidents, 10.9% of total).
Is Mott Haven safer than the Bronx average?
Mott Haven has a lower crime rate per resident than 10% of Bronx neighborhoods. It had 58% more incidents than the borough average (7,373 vs. a borough average of 4,672 for a neighborhood of the same population, 57,718 residents in the 2020 Census). That is 127.7 reported crimes per 1,000 residents.
How has crime changed in Mott Haven?
Crime in Mott Haven has improved by 7.2% year-over-year, dropping from 7,941 to 7,373 incidents. The trend is classified as "improving."
What do 311 complaints say about Mott Haven?
Over the past 12 months, 311 recorded 7,123 noise complaints (high per resident), 176 rodent complaints (moderate) and 629 sanitation complaints (high). 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 Mott Haven safe at night?
Night safety in Mott Haven varies by block. About 32% of crimes occur on streets and sidewalks. Mott Haven recorded 16 shooting incidents in the past 12 months. Use DwellCheck to research specific addresses and understand block-by-block conditions.
Is Mott Haven safe for families?
For families considering Mott Haven: the neighborhood recorded 7,123 noise complaints (high per resident among the NYC neighborhoods we track) and 176 rodent reports. It has a lower crime rate per resident than 10% 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. Mott Haven has a lower crime rate per resident than 10% of Bronx neighborhoods, with 7,373 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 Mott Haven at night?
Mott Haven is classified as "Much Higher Than Average" by NYPD complaint data. Over the past 12 months it recorded 16 shooting incidents and 7,373 total crime incidents — 58% 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 Mott Haven dangerous?
By NYPD data, Mott Haven is rated "Much Higher Than Average", with a lower crime rate per resident than 10% of Bronx neighborhoods. 7,373 crime incidents over 12 months, improved by 7.2% year-over-year, dropping from 7,941 to 7,373 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 Mott Haven 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 Mott Haven a good place to live?
Mott Haven is considered much higher than average, with a lower crime rate per resident than 10% of Bronx neighborhoods. Incidents are trending down with 7,373 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 Mott Haven to see all six dimensions side-by-side.
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