Belmont vs Fordham: Safety Comparison

Side-by-side safety comparison for two of NYC’s most popular neighborhoods. Which is safer for renters in 2026?

Updated March 25, 2026

	Belmont The Bronx	Fordham The Bronx
Safety Grade	C	D
30-Day Incidents	1	1
Violent Crime	0	1
Robbery	1	0
Drug Activity	0	0

Verdict

Both neighborhoods have similar incident counts (1). Safety grades: Belmont (C) vs Fordham (D).

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Belmont or Fordham safer?

Belmont currently has fewer incidents (1 vs 1 in the last 30 days) and a C safety grade.

Which has more violent crime?

Belmont: 0 violent incidents. Fordham: 1. These counts reflect the last 30 days.

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