
It depends on the neighborhood. Of the 17 Yonkers neighborhoods we score (average 78/100), 16 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
78
Go, stay aware
Neighborhoods scored
17
16 comfortable to walk
Score mix
- Go: 10
- Go, stay aware: 6
- Caution: 1
- No-go after dark: 0
Top 10 safest neighborhoods in Yonkers
- 1Cedar KnollsYonkersCedar Knolls is a charming, early 20th-century planned residential neighborhood adjacent to Bronxville characterized by winding tree-lined streets…90Go
- 2Crestwood GardensYonkersCrestwood Gardens is an established residential enclave situated in northeastern Yonkers near the Tuckahoe and Eastchester borders. It offers a…89Go
- 3Beech HillYonkersBeech Hill is an affluent, leafy residential enclave in eastern Yonkers characterized by well-kept mid-century single-family homes and winding…87Go
- 4Bronxville HeightsYonkersBronxville Heights is a scenic, tree-lined residential community in southeastern Yonkers characterized by charming pre-war architecture…86Go
- 5Colonial Heights (Yonkers)YonkersColonial Heights is an established, hilly suburban neighborhood in East Yonkers characterized by architectural Tudor and colonial homes. It borders…86Go
- 6Crestwood (Yonkers)YonkersSituated along the Bronx River in northeastern Yonkers, Crestwood is an established residential enclave characterized by detached single-family…86Go
- 7DunwoodieYonkersDunwoodie is an established residential neighborhood in southern Yonkers characterized by rolling hills, tree-lined streets, and prominent landmarks…82Go
- 8Grey OaksYonkersGrey Oaks is a tranquil suburban enclave characterized by single-family homes, mature trees, and rolling hills along the Saw Mill River corridor…81Go
- 9Dunwoodie HeightsYonkersDunwoodie Heights is a mature residential enclave in central-eastern Yonkers characterized by single-family homes, modest multi-family properties…80Go
- 10Greystone (Yonkers)YonkersGreystone is a tranquil, residential neighborhood situated along the Hudson River bluffs in Northwest Yonkers. Known for high-rise co-ops, quiet…80Go
Use more caution: 10 lowest-scoring areas
- 1LowerreYonkers64Caution
- 2NepperhanYonkers66Go, stay aware
- 3Park HillYonkers68Go, stay aware
- 4Glenwood (Yonkers)Yonkers69Go, stay aware
- 5Ludlow (Yonkers)Yonkers70Go, stay aware
- 6Mohegan HeightsYonkers74Go, stay aware
- 7Lincoln (Yonkers)Yonkers76Go, stay aware
- 8Greystone (Yonkers)Yonkers80Go
- 9Dunwoodie HeightsYonkers80Go
- 10Grey OaksYonkers81Go
Best things to do in Yonkers
- Explore regional art, history, and the planetarium at the Hudson River Museum
- Enjoy panoramic views of the Hudson River and the Palisades from Trevor Park
- Launch a kayak or picnic along the water at John F. Kennedy Marina and Park
- Pick up fresh Latin American pastries and authentic espresso along South Broadway
- Take a short walk south to explore Van Cortlandt Park's northern trails and nature paths
- Visit nearby historic Untermyer Gardens or the Hudson River waterfront via a short drive
- Explore open studio events and gallery exhibits at the historic YoHo Artist Lofts
- Walk or bike along sections of the nearby Old Croton Aqueduct State Historic Park trail
Getting around Yonkers
Transit
- Bee-Line Bus routes run along nearby major arteries like Bronx River Road and Palmer Road. The Metro-North Harlem Line Bronxville Station is roughly a 10 to 15-minute walk from the eastern edge of the neighborhood, providing direct service to Grand Central Terminal.
- Westchester County Bee-Line Bus routes (including Routes 8 and 20) connect to nearby retail corridors, while the Metro-North Harlem Line at Crestwood Station provides a direct ~35-minute commute to Grand Central Terminal.
- Westchester County Bee-Line Bus Route 20 operates along the nearby Central Park Avenue corridor, while the Metro-North Harlem Line stations at Crestwood and Scarsdale are a 5- to 10-minute drive away.
Biking & trails
- There are no municipal bike-share stations in the neighborhood, but cyclists have easy access to the scenic, paved Bronx River Pathway running north-south just east of the area.
- There are no municipal bike-share programs in the area, but cyclists have direct recreational access to the paved, multi-use Bronx River Pathway.
Parking
- Parking inside the enclave is primarily on private driveways with street parking regulated by local residential permit rules and posted signage. Plentiful street and municipal lot parking is available just east in Bronxville village, with metered rates averaging $1.50 to $2.00 per hour.
- Residential street parking is generally free and easy to find, though commuter parking lots near the Crestwood train station require municipal permits.
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All Yonkers neighborhoods by safety score
- Cedar KnollsYonkersCedar Knolls is a charming, early 20th-century planned residential neighborhood adjacent to Bronxville characterized by winding tree-lined streets…90Go
- Crestwood GardensYonkersCrestwood Gardens is an established residential enclave situated in northeastern Yonkers near the Tuckahoe and Eastchester borders. It offers a…89Go
- Beech HillYonkersBeech Hill is an affluent, leafy residential enclave in eastern Yonkers characterized by well-kept mid-century single-family homes and winding…87Go
- Bronxville HeightsYonkersBronxville Heights is a scenic, tree-lined residential community in southeastern Yonkers characterized by charming pre-war architecture…86Go
- Colonial Heights (Yonkers)YonkersColonial Heights is an established, hilly suburban neighborhood in East Yonkers characterized by architectural Tudor and colonial homes. It borders…86Go
- Crestwood (Yonkers)YonkersSituated along the Bronx River in northeastern Yonkers, Crestwood is an established residential enclave characterized by detached single-family…86Go
- DunwoodieYonkersDunwoodie is an established residential neighborhood in southern Yonkers characterized by rolling hills, tree-lined streets, and prominent landmarks…82Go
- Grey OaksYonkersGrey Oaks is a tranquil suburban enclave characterized by single-family homes, mature trees, and rolling hills along the Saw Mill River corridor…81Go
- Dunwoodie HeightsYonkersDunwoodie Heights is a mature residential enclave in central-eastern Yonkers characterized by single-family homes, modest multi-family properties…80Go
- Greystone (Yonkers)YonkersGreystone is a tranquil, residential neighborhood situated along the Hudson River bluffs in Northwest Yonkers. Known for high-rise co-ops, quiet…80Go
- Lincoln (Yonkers)YonkersSituated in southern Yonkers along the border with the Bronx, Lincoln is a stable enclave defined by single-family houses, low-rise apartment…76Go, stay aware
- Mohegan HeightsYonkersMohegan Heights is a hilly residential enclave situated in central-eastern Yonkers, characterized by a mix of single-family detached homes and small…74Go, stay aware
- Ludlow (Yonkers)YonkersLudlow is a quiet, riverfront neighborhood in southwest Yonkers known for its historic Victorian housing stock and direct Hudson Line commuter rail…70Go, stay aware
- Glenwood (Yonkers)YonkersGlenwood is a historic, hilly neighborhood in northwestern Yonkers overlooking the Hudson River and the Palisades. It features a blend of…69Go, stay aware
- Park HillYonkersPark Hill is a leafy, historic hilltop neighborhood in southern Yonkers characterized by impressive Victorian, Tudor, and Colonial Revival homes…68Go, stay aware
- NepperhanYonkersNepperhan is a working-class neighborhood in Yonkers situated along the historic Saw Mill River corridor, featuring a mix of auto shops, industrial…66Go, stay aware
- LowerreYonkersLowerre is a bustling, hilly neighborhood in southern Yonkers characterized by pre-war apartment buildings, multi-family homes, and localized…64Caution
Yonkers safety questions
What is the safest neighborhood in Yonkers?
Cedar Knolls scores highest at 90/100, followed by Crestwood Gardens (89) and Beech Hill (87).
Is Yonkers safe to walk at night?
In the 10 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 Yonkers areas should visitors be careful in?
Our lowest-scoring areas are Lowerre (64), Nepperhan (66), Park Hill (68). Visit in daylight and stay on the main streets.
How does VibeLoco score Yonkers 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.