Is Soundview, Bronx Safe? Crime Rate & NYPD Data (2026)
Soundview has a lower crime rate per resident than 67% of Bronx neighborhoods, or 67.8 reported crimes per 1,000 residents. Measured per resident, it sits on the safer half of Bronx. DwellCheck rates it "Higher Than Average" — above-average incident activity — from 7,571 NYPD complaint records and 24 shooting incidents over the 12 months ending June 2026, and incidents are down 7.1% 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 15,779 quality-of-life complaints in Soundview. Soundview is considered higher than average: it has a lower crime rate per resident than 67% of Bronx neighborhoods, but 24 shooting incidents in the past 12 months lower the rating. Incidents are trending down with 7,571 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 Soundview?
Soundview recorded 7,571 NYPD crime complaints over the 12 months ending June 2026. Against the 2020 Census population of its Neighborhood Tabulation Areas (111,639 residents) that is 67.8 reported crimes per 1,000 residents, which is a lower crime rate per resident than 67% of Bronx neighborhoods. Of those, 2,510 were felonies and 813 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.
Soundview Safety Dashboard
Total Crime Incidents
7,571
Past 12 months · 67.8 per 1,000 residents
Shooting Incidents
24
Past 12 months
Violent Crimes
813
Murder, rape, robbery, felony assault
Year-over-Year Trend
↓ 7.1%
7.1% fewer incidents
* Borough rate: the borough's count per resident across the neighborhoods we track, applied to this neighborhood's 111,639 residents (2020 Census).
Most Common Crimes in Soundview
Most Common Crime Types
| Type | Count | % of Total |
|---|---|---|
| petit larceny | 1,224 | 16.2% |
| harrassment 2 | 1,161 | 15.3% |
| assault 3 & related offenses | 904 | 11.9% |
| felony assault | 514 | 6.8% |
| criminal mischief & related of | 490 | 6.5% |
| grand larceny | 482 | 6.4% |
| vehicle and traffic laws | 430 | 5.7% |
| robbery | 246 | 3.2% |
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 (111,639 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
9,137
81.8 per 1,000 residents
Moderate
Rodent Reports
251
2.2 per 1,000 residents
Moderate
Sanitation Issues
659
5.9 per 1,000 residents
Moderate
Heat/Hot Water
5,732
51.3 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
3,912
Past 12 months
Felony Arrests
1,535
39% of total
Misdemeanor Arrests
2,358
60% of total
How Safe Is Soundview 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 (this page) | 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 | 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 Soundview.
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 Soundview's reported crimes per resident (its NTAs' 2020 Census population, 111,639) 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 Soundview'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 Soundview Safety
Is Soundview safe?
Soundview has a lower crime rate per resident than 67% of Bronx neighborhoods, or 67.8 reported crimes per 1,000 residents. Measured per resident, it sits on the safer half of Bronx. DwellCheck rates it "Higher Than Average" — above-average incident activity — from 7,571 NYPD complaint records and 24 shooting incidents over the 12 months ending June 2026, and incidents are down 7.1% 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 Soundview?
Soundview recorded 7,571 NYPD crime complaints over the 12 months ending June 2026. Against the 2020 Census population of its Neighborhood Tabulation Areas (111,639 residents) that is 67.8 reported crimes per 1,000 residents, which is a lower crime rate per resident than 67% of Bronx neighborhoods. Of those, 2,510 were felonies and 813 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 Soundview?
The most common crimes in Soundview are: 1. PETIT LARCENY (1,224 incidents, 16.2% of total); 2. HARRASSMENT 2 (1,161 incidents, 15.3% of total); 3. ASSAULT 3 & RELATED OFFENSES (904 incidents, 11.9% of total).
Is Soundview safer than the Bronx average?
Soundview has a lower crime rate per resident than 67% of Bronx neighborhoods. It had 16% fewer incidents than the borough average (7,571 vs. a borough average of 9,036 for a neighborhood of the same population, 111,639 residents in the 2020 Census). That is 67.8 reported crimes per 1,000 residents.
How has crime changed in Soundview?
Crime in Soundview has improved by 7.1% year-over-year, dropping from 8,148 to 7,571 incidents. The trend is classified as "improving."
What do 311 complaints say about Soundview?
Over the past 12 months, 311 recorded 9,137 noise complaints (moderate per resident), 251 rodent complaints (moderate) and 659 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 Soundview safe at night?
Night safety in Soundview varies by block. About 34.6% of crimes occur on streets and sidewalks. Soundview recorded 24 shooting incidents in the past 12 months. Use DwellCheck to research specific addresses and understand block-by-block conditions.
Is Soundview safe for families?
For families considering Soundview: the neighborhood recorded 9,137 noise complaints (moderate per resident among the NYC neighborhoods we track) and 251 rodent reports. It has a lower crime rate per resident than 67% 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. Soundview has a lower crime rate per resident than 67% of Bronx neighborhoods, with 7,571 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 Soundview at night?
Soundview is classified as "Higher Than Average" by NYPD complaint data. Over the past 12 months it recorded 24 shooting incidents and 7,571 total crime incidents — 16% 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 Soundview dangerous?
By NYPD data, Soundview is rated "Higher Than Average", with a lower crime rate per resident than 67% of Bronx neighborhoods. 7,571 crime incidents over 12 months, improved by 7.1% year-over-year, dropping from 8,148 to 7,571 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 Soundview 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 Soundview a good place to live?
Soundview is considered higher than average: it has a lower crime rate per resident than 67% of Bronx neighborhoods, but 24 shooting incidents in the past 12 months lower the rating. Incidents are trending down with 7,571 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 Soundview to see all six dimensions side-by-side.
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