Is Bedford Park, Bronx Safe in 2026?
Based on 3,910 NYPD-reported crime incidents, 1 shooting incident, and 13,195 311 quality-of-life complaints recorded over the past 12 months, Bedford Park is above the Bronx average for crime with incidents trending upward (30% increase year-over-year).
Bedford Park is considered about average, ranking safer than 49% of the borough. Incidents are trending up with 3,910 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 26, 2026
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Total Crime Incidents
3,910
Past 12 months
Shooting Incidents
1
Past 12 months
Violent Crimes
763
1,418 felonies total
Year-over-Year Trend
↑ 30%
30% more incidents
Crime Breakdown
Most Common Crime Types
| Type | Count | % of Total |
|---|---|---|
| harrassment 2 | 654 | 16.7% |
| assault 3 & related offenses | 486 | 12.4% |
| petit larceny | 463 | 11.8% |
| felony assault | 337 | 8.6% |
| criminal mischief & related of | 263 | 6.7% |
| grand larceny | 258 | 6.6% |
| dangerous drugs | 256 | 6.5% |
| robbery | 167 | 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
6,795
194.1 per 1,000 residents
Very High
Rodent Reports
228
6.5 per 1,000 residents
Moderate
Sanitation Issues
368
10.5 per 1,000 residents
Moderate
Heat/Hot Water
5,804
165.8 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
1,295
Past 12 months
Felony Arrests
509
39% of total
Misdemeanor Arrests
769
59% of total
How Safe Is Bedford 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 | 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 (this page) | 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 Bedford 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 Bedford 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 Bedford Park Safety
Is Bedford Park safe?
Bedford Park is rated "Average" — Typical for the borough. Over the past 12 months, 3,910 crime incidents were recorded, including 1 shooting incident. Bedford Park is considered about average, ranking safer than 49% of the borough. Incidents are trending up with 3,910 total incidents recorded over the past 12 months.
What are the most common crimes in Bedford Park?
The most common crimes in Bedford Park are: 1. HARRASSMENT 2 (654 incidents, 16.7% of total); 2. ASSAULT 3 & RELATED OFFENSES (486 incidents, 12.4% of total); 3. PETIT LARCENY (463 incidents, 11.8% of total).
Is Bedford Park safer than the Bronx average?
Bedford Park is safer than 49% of Bronx neighborhoods. It had 3% more incidents than the borough average (3,910 vs. a borough average of 3,800).
How has crime changed in Bedford Park?
Crime in Bedford Park has worsened by 30% year-over-year, rising from 3,008 to 3,910 incidents. The trend is classified as "worsening."
What do 311 complaints say about Bedford Park?
311 data shows 6,795 Very High complaints, 228 Moderate complaints, and 368 Moderate complaints. These quality-of-life indicators provide context beyond crime statistics.
Is Bedford Park safe at night?
Night safety in Bedford Park varies by block. About 31.8% of crimes occur on streets and sidewalks. Bedford Park recorded 1 shooting incident in the past 12 months. Use DwellCheck to research specific addresses and understand block-by-block conditions.
Is Bedford Park safe for families?
For families considering Bedford Park: the neighborhood recorded 6,795 noise complaints (very high for Bronx) and 228 rodent reports. It ranks in the 49th 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. Bedford Park ranks at the 49th percentile with 3,910 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 Bedford Park at night?
Bedford Park is classified as "Average" by NYPD CompStat data. Over the past 12 months it recorded 1 shooting incident and 3,910 total crime incidents — 3% 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 Bedford Park dangerous?
By NYPD data, Bedford Park is rated "Average" — safer than 49% of Bronx neighborhoods. 3,910 crime incidents over 12 months, worsened by 30% year-over-year, rising from 3,008 to 3,910 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 Bedford 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 Bedford Park a good place to live?
Bedford Park scores in the 49th percentile for safety in Bronx. Bedford Park is considered about average, ranking safer than 49% of the borough. Incidents are trending up with 3,910 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 Bedford Park to see all six dimensions side-by-side.
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