Is Soundview, Bronx Safe in 2026?
Based on 7,828 NYPD-reported crime incidents, 23 shooting incidents, and 15,300 311 quality-of-life complaints recorded over the past 12 months, Soundview is above the Bronx average for crime with stable incident levels year-over-year.
Soundview is considered higher than average, ranking safer than 44% of the borough. Incident levels are stable with 7,828 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
Safety Dashboard
Total Crime Incidents
7,828
Past 12 months
Shooting Incidents
23
Past 12 months
Violent Crimes
1,437
2,648 felonies total
Year-over-Year Trend
↔ 3.8%
No significant change
Crime Breakdown
Most Common Crime Types
| Type | Count | % of Total |
|---|---|---|
| petit larceny | 1,250 | 16.0% |
| harrassment 2 | 1,220 | 15.6% |
| assault 3 & related offenses | 960 | 12.3% |
| grand larceny | 570 | 7.3% |
| felony assault | 505 | 6.5% |
| criminal mischief & related of | 496 | 6.3% |
| vehicle and traffic laws | 445 | 5.7% |
| robbery | 304 | 3.9% |
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.
Noise Complaints
9,296
132.8 per 1,000 residents
Very High
Rodent Reports
271
3.9 per 1,000 residents
Low
Sanitation Issues
607
8.7 per 1,000 residents
Moderate
Heat/Hot Water
5,126
73.2 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
3,855
Past 12 months
Felony Arrests
1,515
39% of total
Misdemeanor Arrests
2,305
60% of total
How Safe Is Soundview 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 (this page) | 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 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 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 Soundview Safety
Is Soundview safe?
Soundview is rated "Higher Than Average" — Above-average incident activity. Over the past 12 months, 7,828 crime incidents were recorded, including 23 shooting incidents. Soundview is considered higher than average, ranking safer than 44% of the borough. Incident levels are stable with 7,828 total incidents recorded over the past 12 months.
What are the most common crimes in Soundview?
The most common crimes in Soundview are: 1. PETIT LARCENY (1,250 incidents, 16% of total); 2. HARRASSMENT 2 (1,220 incidents, 15.6% of total); 3. ASSAULT 3 & RELATED OFFENSES (960 incidents, 12.3% of total).
Is Soundview safer than the Bronx average?
Soundview is safer than 44% of Bronx neighborhoods. It had 3% more incidents than the borough average (7,828 vs. a borough average of 7,600).
How has crime changed in Soundview?
Crime in Soundview has remained stable year-over-year (8,136 vs 7,828 incidents). The trend is classified as "stable."
What do 311 complaints say about Soundview?
311 data shows 9,296 Very High complaints, 271 Low complaints, and 607 Moderate complaints. These quality-of-life indicators provide context beyond crime statistics.
Is Soundview safe at night?
Night safety in Soundview varies by block. About 36.9% of crimes occur on streets and sidewalks. Soundview recorded 23 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 9,296 noise complaints (very high for Bronx) and 271 rodent reports. It ranks in the 44th 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. Soundview ranks at the 44th percentile with 7,828 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 Soundview at night?
Soundview is classified as "Higher Than Average" by NYPD CompStat data. Over the past 12 months it recorded 23 shooting incidents and 7,828 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 Soundview dangerous?
By NYPD data, Soundview is rated "Higher Than Average" — safer than 44% of Bronx neighborhoods. 7,828 crime incidents over 12 months, remained stable year-over-year (8,136 vs 7,828 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 Soundview 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 Soundview a good place to live?
Soundview scores in the 44th percentile for safety in Bronx. Soundview is considered higher than average, ranking safer than 44% of the borough. Incident levels are stable with 7,828 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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