Is Belmont (The Bronx) safe?
The Bronx, New York · safety score updated nightly
Be careful — go in daylight and stay on the busier streets.
VibeLoco rates Belmont (The Bronx) as “Caution”.
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Gogo's take on Belmont (The Bronx)
“Go with care. Belmont's historic Arthur Avenue corridor is a vibrant and rewarding destination for food lovers during the day and early evening, with heavy foot traffic providing safety in numbers. Visitors should remain mindful of their surroundings on less-tratrafficked side streets and after dining establishments close, as the surrounding precinct experiences elevated rates of property crime and street robberies.”
About the area
Belmont, famously known as the real 'Little Italy of the Bronx,' is centered around Arthur Avenue and East 187th Street. The neighborhood is celebrated for its multi-generational Italian bakeries, butcher shops, and trattorias alongside a diverse residential community. While the commercial strip feels bustling and welcoming, residential blocks reflect broader socioeconomic challenges common to the Central Bronx.
- Historic Food Enclave
- Bustling Commercial Strip
- Dense Urban
- University Adjacent
Walking and biking in Belmont (The Bronx)
Walk score: 96/100 · Bike score: 72/100
Citi Bike stations are installed throughout Belmont, offering straightforward connections east toward the Bronx River Greenway and Pelham Parkway.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- High pedestrian density and private merchant security on Arthur Avenue create a safe daytime dining environment.
- Historic European food culture with top-tier specialty markets and restaurants.
- Immediate proximity to Fordham University and world-class attractions like the Bronx Zoo and New York Botanical Garden.
Cons
- Local census tracts report poverty rates exceeding 30% and household incomes well below city medians.
- Elevated rates of robbery and auto theft in the surrounding 48th Precinct, particularly on perimeter blocks.
- Sparse foot traffic and increased safety risks on residential side streets after businesses close late at night.
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is relatively low along the core blocks of Arthur Avenue itself, but panhandling and individuals experiencing homelessness are noticeably present near the busy commercial intersections along Fordham Road and Webster Avenue.
What Belmont (The Bronx) is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Active and generally safe with early morning bread deliveries, market vendors setting up, and locals doing daily shopping.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- The safest and most vibrant time to visit, filled with shoppers, students, and tourists dining along the main avenues.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Bustling and comfortable on Arthur Avenue while restaurants are open, though quiet side streets require situational awareness.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Quiet and more vulnerable once kitchens close; walking alone off the main well-lit corridors is not recommended.
Transit, parking and getting around
Operated by MTA, the area is served by the Bx9, Bx12 Select Bus Service, and Bx17 buses. The nearest train station is Metro-North's Fordham Station (10-15 minute walk west), and the closest subway stations are the B/D and 4 trains at Fordham Road.
Street parking on and around Arthur Avenue is extremely competitive and heavily metered; drivers should use the Belmont Municipal Parking Lot on Hoffman Street (approx. $1.50-$2.50/hour).
Things to do in Belmont (The Bronx)
- Sample artisanal cured meats, cheeses, and cannoli inside the historic Arthur Avenue Retail Market.
- Shop for fresh pasta and pastries along East 187th Street and Arthur Avenue.
- Walk to the adjacent southern entrance of the Bronx Zoo or New York Botanical Garden.
Local favorites
- Mike's Deli · Italian Deli · 4.6★ (1150)Famed market counter serving gargantuan hero sandwiches, house-cured meats, and fresh mozzarella.
- Madonia Bakery · Bakery · 4.8★ (1420)Century-old bakery celebrated for olive bread, fresh cannoli, and classic Italian cookies.
- Roberto's · Italian Restaurant · 4.5★ (980)Acclaimed Salerno-style trattoria known for hearty pastas and intimate neighborhood dining.
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Common questions about Belmont (The Bronx)
Is Belmont (The Bronx) safe to walk at night?
Take care after dark: stick to lit main streets or take a ride.
Is Belmont (The Bronx) a good place to live?
On safety, Belmont (The Bronx) scores 63/100 — below average, so visit at different times of day before deciding to move.
How walkable is Belmont (The Bronx)?
Walk score 96/100 and bike score 72/100. Most errands can be done on foot.
Which areas near Belmont (The Bronx) are safer?
Belmont (The Bronx) scores as high as or higher than its closest neighbors.
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