Is Mount Eden, Bronx Safe in 2026?
Based on 10,679 NYPD-reported crime incidents, 20 shooting incidents, and 27,006 311 quality-of-life complaints recorded over the past 12 months, Mount Eden has a lower crime rate per resident than 19% of Bronx neighborhoods, with stable incident levels year-over-year.
Mount Eden is considered much higher than average, with a lower crime rate per resident than 19% of Bronx neighborhoods. Incident levels are stable with 10,679 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
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Total Crime Incidents
10,679
Past 12 months · 108.1 per 1,000 residents
Shooting Incidents
20
Past 12 months
Violent Crimes
1,204
Murder, rape, robbery, felony assault
Year-over-Year Trend
↔ 4.7%
No significant change
* Borough rate: the borough's count per resident across the neighborhoods we track, applied to this neighborhood's 98,750 residents (2020 Census).
Crime Breakdown
Most Common Crime Types
| Type | Count | % of Total |
|---|---|---|
| harrassment 2 | 1,472 | 13.8% |
| assault 3 & related offenses | 1,348 | 12.6% |
| dangerous drugs | 994 | 9.3% |
| petit larceny | 856 | 8.0% |
| felony assault | 794 | 7.4% |
| vehicle and traffic laws | 764 | 7.2% |
| other offenses related to theft | 604 | 5.7% |
| criminal mischief & related of | 528 | 4.9% |
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 (98,750 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
15,243
154.4 per 1,000 residents
High
Rodent Reports
198
2.0 per 1,000 residents
Moderate
Sanitation Issues
875
8.9 per 1,000 residents
Moderate
Heat/Hot Water
10,690
108.3 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
8,438
Past 12 months
Felony Arrests
3,400
40% of total
Misdemeanor Arrests
4,989
59% of total
How Safe Is Mount Eden 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 (this page) | 10,679 | 108.1 | 20 | Much Higher Than Average | 19% |
| Fordham | 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 Mount Eden.
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 Mount Eden's reported crimes per resident (its NTAs' 2020 Census population, 98,750) 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 Mount Eden'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 Mount Eden Safety
Is Mount Eden safe?
Mount Eden is rated "Much Higher Than Average" — Significantly above average. Over the past 12 months, 10,679 crime incidents were recorded, including 20 shooting incidents. Mount Eden is considered much higher than average, with a lower crime rate per resident than 19% of Bronx neighborhoods. Incident levels are stable with 10,679 total incidents recorded over the past 12 months.
What are the most common crimes in Mount Eden?
The most common crimes in Mount Eden are: 1. HARRASSMENT 2 (1,472 incidents, 13.8% of total); 2. ASSAULT 3 & RELATED OFFENSES (1,348 incidents, 12.6% of total); 3. DANGEROUS DRUGS (994 incidents, 9.3% of total).
Is Mount Eden safer than the Bronx average?
Mount Eden has a lower crime rate per resident than 19% of Bronx neighborhoods. It had 34% more incidents than the borough average (10,679 vs. a borough average of 7,993 for a neighborhood of the same population, 98,750 residents in the 2020 Census). That is 108.1 reported crimes per 1,000 residents.
How has crime changed in Mount Eden?
Crime in Mount Eden has remained stable year-over-year (10,200 vs 10,679 incidents). The trend is classified as "stable."
What do 311 complaints say about Mount Eden?
Over the past 12 months, 311 recorded 15,243 noise complaints (high per resident), 198 rodent complaints (moderate) and 875 sanitation complaints (moderate). 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 Mount Eden safe at night?
Night safety in Mount Eden varies by block. About 38.7% of crimes occur on streets and sidewalks. Mount Eden recorded 20 shooting incidents in the past 12 months. Use DwellCheck to research specific addresses and understand block-by-block conditions.
Is Mount Eden safe for families?
For families considering Mount Eden: the neighborhood recorded 15,243 noise complaints (high per resident among the NYC neighborhoods we track) and 198 rodent reports. It has a lower crime rate per resident than 19% 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. Mount Eden has a lower crime rate per resident than 19% of Bronx neighborhoods, with 10,679 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 Mount Eden at night?
Mount Eden is classified as "Much Higher Than Average" by NYPD complaint data. Over the past 12 months it recorded 20 shooting incidents and 10,679 total crime incidents — 34% 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 Mount Eden dangerous?
By NYPD data, Mount Eden is rated "Much Higher Than Average", with a lower crime rate per resident than 19% of Bronx neighborhoods. 10,679 crime incidents over 12 months, remained stable year-over-year (10,200 vs 10,679 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 Mount Eden 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 Mount Eden a good place to live?
Mount Eden is considered much higher than average, with a lower crime rate per resident than 19% of Bronx neighborhoods. Incident levels are stable with 10,679 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 Mount Eden to see all six dimensions side-by-side.
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