Norwood vs Wakefield: 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

	Norwood The Bronx	Wakefield The Bronx
Safety Grade	C	B
30-Day Incidents	2	0
Violent Crime	1	0
Robbery	0	0
Drug Activity	0	0

Verdict

Wakefield is currently safer with 0 incidents vs 2 in Norwood. Safety grades: Norwood (C) vs Wakefield (B).

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Norwood or Wakefield safer?

Wakefield currently has fewer incidents (0 vs 2 in the last 30 days) and a B safety grade.

Which has more violent crime?

Norwood: 1 violent incidents. Wakefield: 0. These counts reflect the last 30 days.

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