Is Mott Haven, Bronx Safe in 2026?
Based on 7,701 NYPD-reported crime incidents, 20 shooting incidents, and 11,301 311 quality-of-life complaints recorded over the past 12 months, Mott Haven is above the Bronx average for crime with stable incident levels year-over-year.
Mott Haven is considered a high-activity area, ranking safer than 0% of the borough. Incident levels are stable with 7,701 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
7,701
Past 12 months
Shooting Incidents
20
Past 12 months
Violent Crimes
1,323
2,627 felonies total
Year-over-Year Trend
↔ 4.7%
No significant change
Crime Breakdown
Most Common Crime Types
| Type | Count | % of Total |
|---|---|---|
| harrassment 2 | 1,095 | 14.2% |
| assault 3 & related offenses | 876 | 11.4% |
| petit larceny | 856 | 11.1% |
| dangerous drugs | 555 | 7.2% |
| criminal mischief & related of | 535 | 6.9% |
| felony assault | 495 | 6.4% |
| grand larceny | 447 | 5.8% |
| vehicle and traffic laws | 346 | 4.5% |
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
6,893
196.9 per 1,000 residents
Very High
Rodent Reports
231
6.6 per 1,000 residents
Moderate
Sanitation Issues
594
17.0 per 1,000 residents
High
Heat/Hot Water
3,583
102.4 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
4,469
Past 12 months
Felony Arrests
1,267
28% of total
Misdemeanor Arrests
3,153
71% of total
How Safe Is Mott Haven 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 | 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 (this page) | 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 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 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 Mott Haven Safety
Is Mott Haven safe?
Mott Haven is rated "High Activity Area" — Among the highest activity areas. Over the past 12 months, 7,701 crime incidents were recorded, including 20 shooting incidents. Mott Haven is considered a high-activity area, ranking safer than 0% of the borough. Incident levels are stable with 7,701 total incidents recorded over the past 12 months.
What are the most common crimes in Mott Haven?
The most common crimes in Mott Haven are: 1. HARRASSMENT 2 (1,095 incidents, 14.2% of total); 2. ASSAULT 3 & RELATED OFFENSES (876 incidents, 11.4% of total); 3. PETIT LARCENY (856 incidents, 11.1% of total).
Is Mott Haven safer than the Bronx average?
Mott Haven is safer than 0% of Bronx neighborhoods. It had 103% more incidents than the borough average (7,701 vs. a borough average of 3,800).
How has crime changed in Mott Haven?
Crime in Mott Haven has remained stable year-over-year (7,357 vs 7,701 incidents). The trend is classified as "stable."
What do 311 complaints say about Mott Haven?
311 data shows 6,893 Very High complaints, 231 Moderate complaints, and 594 High complaints. 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 33.5% of crimes occur on streets and sidewalks. Mott Haven recorded 20 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 6,893 noise complaints (very high for Bronx) and 231 rodent reports. It ranks in the 0th 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. Mott Haven ranks at the 0th percentile with 7,701 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 Mott Haven at night?
Mott Haven is classified as "High Activity Area" by NYPD CompStat data. Over the past 12 months it recorded 20 shooting incidents and 7,701 total crime incidents — 103% 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 "High Activity Area" — safer than 0% of Bronx neighborhoods. 7,701 crime incidents over 12 months, remained stable year-over-year (7,357 vs 7,701 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 Mott Haven 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 Mott Haven a good place to live?
Mott Haven scores in the 0th percentile for safety in Bronx. Mott Haven is considered a high-activity area, ranking safer than 0% of the borough. Incident levels are stable with 7,701 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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