Woodlawn North, Bronx, NY
Is Woodlawn North a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe942
Medium486
Low714
Other1718
275 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape117
Child involved78
Assault5
Other95
Crime Details:
Recent reported incidents in the past 12 months (newest first). Up to 10 records.
| Crime date | Crime description | Address | Crime category |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a report of a male refusing to leave the service gate area at the East 181 Street station on the A line. Multiple units were requested to check the location and handle the disorderly person complaint. | St, New York, NY 10033 | Disturbance |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic indicates a possible medical emergency near Kingsbridge Road and the nearby transit line, where a man reportedly fell, hit his head, and was described as unconscious. A bus or ambulance was requested to respond to the location. | Kingsbridge Rd, Bronx, NY 10458 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a possible emergency after a male pulled an emergency brake on the B and D subway line near 174 Street, following a 911 call about a busy condition. | St, Bronx, NY 10460 | Suspicious Activity |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, responders dispatched to assist a 57-year-old woman at 9 Willow Drive, first floor, near Hemlock Place and Leland Avenue. | Willow Dr, New Rochelle, NY 10805 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, possible medical or emotional disturbance involving a female near Prospect Avenue and West 205 Street in the Bronx. Units are responding to the scene. | Prospect Ave, Bronx, NY | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were directed to the local firehouse to help county units with a traffic stop related to a possible road rage incident in Eastchester. | Main St, Eastchester, NY 10709 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers checked a disabled Volvo with a flat tire on westbound Seminary Avenue in Yonkers. | Seminary Ave, Yonkers, NY 10704 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a possible failure to comply with a traffic stop involving a white Toyota traveling southbound on the Saw Mill River Parkway near the West Side area in Yonkers. | Saw Mill Riv Pkwy, Yonkers, NY | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatchers received a 911 report of a suspicious man on the downtown platform near 191st Street on the 1 line. The caller described a slim male about 25 years old wearing light wash jeans, a black crop-top sweater with a hole on the right shoulder, a green beanie, and black shoes. Units were directed to check the southbound platform area for the person last seen there a few minutes earlier. | 1619-1613 St Nicholas Ave, New York, NY 10040 | Suspicious Activity |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, police units were sent to St. Lawrence Avenue station on the 6 line for a reported homeless man on the downtown platform armed with a knife or machete. A detailed description of the man was broadcast. Later, radio traffic indicated no further units were needed at the station. | St Lawrence Av, Bronx, NY 10472 | Weapons |
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Median Home Price
$376,804
Average Rent
$4,072
Vacancy Rate
0%
Overview
Woodlawn North is a densely urban neighborhood in Bronx, NY, with zero housing vacancy, indicating very strong demand.
The population density is high, with 26,931 people per square mile, placing it among the most crowded in the US.
The neighborhood is highly walkable and features a mix of small apartments and single-family homes, many built before 1970.
Densely UrbanZero VacancyHigh WalkabilityMixed Housing
Quick Facts
| Train Commute Rate | 30.1% |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Woodlawn North's housing includes small to medium apartments and single-family homes, mostly built before 1970, with no vacancies currently.
| Housing Age | Many built 1940-1969 and before 1940 |
|---|---|
| Housing Type | Small to medium apartments and single-family homes |
| Owner vs Renter Mix | Mixed ownership and rental occupancy |
What buyers will notice right away
Exceptionally strong demand or limited supply indicated by no vacant homes.
Among the top 5% of US neighborhoods for population density and walkability.
Families & Lifestyle
Woodlawn North has a high share of residents living alone and an upper-middle income profile with low child poverty.
High Single Resident Share — Many residents live alone, including singles and seniors.
Affluent and Low Child Poverty — Upper-middle income with a low rate of childhood poverty.
| Residents Living Alone | 50.6% |
|---|---|
| Child Poverty Rate | 2.3% |
Demographics
| Executive, Management & Professional Occupations | 53.0% |
|---|---|
| Income Level | Upper-middle income |
| Irish Ancestry | 38.0% |
| Finnish Ancestry | 1.6% |
| Foreign Born | 18.8% |
| Top Languages | ["English","Spanish","French","Vietnamese"] |
| Top Ancestries | ["Irish","Italian","Puerto Rican","Dominican","German"] |
Commute
Woodlawn North residents have moderate commute times with high train ridership and significant driving alone.
Woodlawn North combines high train use with a substantial share of residents driving alone.
High Train Ridership — 30.1% take the train, well above most neighborhoods.
Mixed Commute Modes — Nearly half drive alone, with some carpooling.
| Train Commute Rate | 30.1% |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 48.5% |
| Carpool Rate | 8.7% |
| Typical Commute Time | 30 to 45 minutes |
Homes for sale near 10470
For-sale listings in this zip code. Open a property in HoodScore to run a safety report.
$265,000
2 bd | 2 ba | 1,194 sqft
10470 Washingtonia Palm Way APT 1214
Fort Myers, FL, 33966
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vacancy rate in Woodlawn North?
It is 0.0%, lower than all US neighborhoods, indicating very tight housing supply.
What is the typical commute time?
Most residents commute 30 to 45 minutes one-way.