Is Castle Hill, Bronx Safe in 2026?
Based on 2,776 NYPD-reported crime incidents, 4 shooting incidents, and 4,517 311 quality-of-life complaints recorded over the past 12 months, Castle Hill is below the Bronx average for crime with stable incident levels year-over-year.
Castle Hill is considered safer than average, ranking safer than 63% of the borough. Incident levels are stable with 2,776 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
2,776
Past 12 months
Shooting Incidents
4
Past 12 months
Violent Crimes
483
918 felonies total
Year-over-Year Trend
↔ 0.3%
No significant change
Crime Breakdown
Most Common Crime Types
| Type | Count | % of Total |
|---|---|---|
| petit larceny | 579 | 20.9% |
| harrassment 2 | 436 | 15.7% |
| assault 3 & related offenses | 289 | 10.4% |
| grand larceny | 254 | 9.1% |
| criminal mischief & related of | 189 | 6.8% |
| vehicle and traffic laws | 181 | 6.5% |
| felony assault | 154 | 5.5% |
| grand larceny of motor vehicle | 125 | 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
2,758
78.8 per 1,000 residents
Very High
Rodent Reports
93
2.7 per 1,000 residents
Low
Sanitation Issues
212
6.1 per 1,000 residents
Moderate
Heat/Hot Water
1,454
41.5 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
851
Past 12 months
Felony Arrests
228
27% of total
Misdemeanor Arrests
617
73% of total
How Safe Is Castle Hill 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 (this page) | 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 | 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 Castle Hill.
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 Castle Hill 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 Castle Hill Safety
Is Castle Hill safe?
Castle Hill is rated "Safer Than Average" — Top 45% safest in the borough. Over the past 12 months, 2,776 crime incidents were recorded, including 4 shooting incidents. Castle Hill is considered safer than average, ranking safer than 63% of the borough. Incident levels are stable with 2,776 total incidents recorded over the past 12 months.
What are the most common crimes in Castle Hill?
The most common crimes in Castle Hill are: 1. PETIT LARCENY (579 incidents, 20.9% of total); 2. HARRASSMENT 2 (436 incidents, 15.7% of total); 3. ASSAULT 3 & RELATED OFFENSES (289 incidents, 10.4% of total).
Is Castle Hill safer than the Bronx average?
Castle Hill is safer than 63% of Bronx neighborhoods. It had 27% fewer incidents than the borough average (2,776 vs. a borough average of 3,800).
How has crime changed in Castle Hill?
Crime in Castle Hill has remained stable year-over-year (2,785 vs 2,776 incidents). The trend is classified as "stable."
What do 311 complaints say about Castle Hill?
311 data shows 2,758 Very High complaints, 93 Low complaints, and 212 Moderate complaints. These quality-of-life indicators provide context beyond crime statistics.
Is Castle Hill safe at night?
Night safety in Castle Hill varies by block. About 32.9% of crimes occur on streets and sidewalks. Castle Hill recorded 4 shooting incidents in the past 12 months. Use DwellCheck to research specific addresses and understand block-by-block conditions.
Is Castle Hill safe for families?
For families considering Castle Hill: the neighborhood recorded 2,758 noise complaints (very high for Bronx) and 93 rodent reports. It ranks safer than 63% of Bronx neighborhoods, which is above average. 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. Castle Hill ranks at the 63th percentile with 2,776 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 Castle Hill at night?
Castle Hill is classified as "Safer Than Average" by NYPD CompStat data. Over the past 12 months it recorded 4 shooting incidents and 2,776 total crime incidents — 27% 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 Castle Hill dangerous?
By NYPD data, Castle Hill is rated "Safer Than Average" — safer than 63% of Bronx neighborhoods. 2,776 crime incidents over 12 months, remained stable year-over-year (2,785 vs 2,776 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 Castle Hill 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 Castle Hill a good place to live?
Castle Hill scores in the 63th percentile for safety in Bronx. Castle Hill is considered safer than average, ranking safer than 63% of the borough. Incident levels are stable with 2,776 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 Castle Hill to see all six dimensions side-by-side.
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