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It depends on the neighborhood. Of the 6 Mount Vernon neighborhoods we score (average 73/100), 5 are comfortable to walk around with normal awareness and 1 call for more care, especially after dark. Green means comfortable on foot; red means we would not walk it casually.
What makes up this score?City average
73
Go, stay aware
Neighborhoods scored
6
5 comfortable to walk
Score mix
- Go: 0
- Go, stay aware: 5
- Caution: 1
- No-go after dark: 0
Top 6 safest neighborhoods in Mount Vernon
- 1Fleetwood (Mount Vernon)Mount VernonBordering Bronxville along the Bronx River Parkway, Fleetwood is a leafy residential community defined by mid-rise apartment buildings and quiet side…78Go, stay aware
- 2Sunny BraeMount VernonSunny Brae is a peaceful, established residential neighborhood situated in the northern reaches of Mount Vernon. It borders quieter northern enclaves…76Go, stay aware
- 3ElmsmereMount VernonElmsmere is a quiet, residential enclave characterized by single-family homes, mature trees, and proximity to the Fleetwood shopping district and…76Go, stay aware
- 4Parkside (Mount Vernon)Mount VernonParkside is an urban-suburban neighborhood in Mount Vernon characterized by pre-war apartment buildings, single-family homes, and tree-lined…71Go, stay aware
- 5Pinckney HeightsMount VernonPinckney Heights is a settled, working-class to middle-income residential neighborhood situated near the border of Pelham Manor and the Bronx. It is…70Go, stay aware
- 6West Mount VernonMount VernonWest Mount Vernon is a dense, urban-suburban community bordering the Bronx and Yonkers, characterized by a mix of historic pre-war apartment…64Caution
Best things to do in Mount Vernon
- Tour St. Paul's Church National Historic Site to explore 18th-century American history and its historic cemetery
- Enjoy a relaxing walk through nearby Hartley Park or adjacent residential parkways
- Explore diverse Caribbean and classic Italian bakeries along South Fulton Avenue and East 3rd Street
- Stroll along tree-canopied residential streets admiring early 20th-century architecture
- Walk to nearby Gramatan Avenue to explore neighborhood dining and bakeries
- Access the nearby Bronx River Pathway for walking, running, and scenic greenway views
- Walk the shaded pathways and visit the war memorial in Hartley Park
- Browse the independent bakeries and casual eateries along nearby Gramatan Avenue
Getting around Mount Vernon
Transit
- The neighborhood is centered around the Fleetwood Metro-North Harlem Line station (30 minutes to Grand Central Terminal), with local connections via Westchester County Bee-Line bus routes 26, 40, and 55.
- Westchester County Bee-Line Bus routes (including the 7, 52, and 55) operate nearby on Gramatan Avenue, and the Fleetwood Metro-North Harlem Line station is a 10- to 15-minute walk west.
- Bee-Line Bus routes operate along nearby corridors like Gramatan Avenue, while the Fleetwood Metro-North station (Harlem Line) is within a 15-to-20-minute walk, providing a 30-minute ride to Grand Central Terminal.
Biking & trails
- No dock-based bike-share exists here, but cyclists have immediate access to the Bronx River Pathway, a paved multi-use trail extending north through Westchester County.
- There is no municipal bike-share system in the area, but cyclists can access the Bronx River Pathway nearby for regional off-street trail connections.
Parking
- Metered street parking and municipal permit lots serve Gramatan Avenue and the train station, while residential side streets require residential permits for overnight parking.
- Street parking is generally plentiful along residential roads, though visitors should observe posted street-sweeping hours and local overnight permit rules.
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All Mount Vernon neighborhoods by safety score
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- Fleetwood (Mount Vernon)Mount VernonBordering Bronxville along the Bronx River Parkway, Fleetwood is a leafy residential community defined by mid-rise apartment buildings and quiet side…78Go, stay aware
- ElmsmereMount VernonElmsmere is a quiet, residential enclave characterized by single-family homes, mature trees, and proximity to the Fleetwood shopping district and…76Go, stay aware
- Sunny BraeMount VernonSunny Brae is a peaceful, established residential neighborhood situated in the northern reaches of Mount Vernon. It borders quieter northern enclaves…76Go, stay aware
- Parkside (Mount Vernon)Mount VernonParkside is an urban-suburban neighborhood in Mount Vernon characterized by pre-war apartment buildings, single-family homes, and tree-lined…71Go, stay aware
- Pinckney HeightsMount VernonPinckney Heights is a settled, working-class to middle-income residential neighborhood situated near the border of Pelham Manor and the Bronx. It is…70Go, stay aware
- West Mount VernonMount VernonWest Mount Vernon is a dense, urban-suburban community bordering the Bronx and Yonkers, characterized by a mix of historic pre-war apartment…64Caution
Mount Vernon safety questions
What is the safest neighborhood in Mount Vernon?
Fleetwood (Mount Vernon) scores highest at 78/100, followed by Sunny Brae (76) and Elmsmere (76).
Is Mount Vernon safe to walk at night?
In the 0 green-rated areas, generally yes with normal awareness. In the 1 orange or red areas, stick to busy, lit streets or take a ride after dark.
Which Mount Vernon areas should visitors be careful in?
Our lowest-scoring areas are West Mount Vernon (64), Pinckney Heights (70), Parkside (Mount Vernon) (71). Visit in daylight and stay on the main streets.
How does VibeLoco score Mount Vernon neighborhoods?
Each score blends recent reported crime and local news with Census data on income, poverty and housing, refreshed nightly. Walk and bike scores are shown separately.