Is Dunwoodie Heights safe?
Yonkers, New York · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Dunwoodie Heights as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Dunwoodie Heights
“Go. Dunwoodie Heights is a stable, predominantly residential section of Yonkers that experiences much lower crime rates than the city's southwest neighborhoods. Visitors will find peaceful suburban-style streets, modest commercial corridors along Yonkers Avenue, and easy access to local green spaces.”
About the area
Dunwoodie Heights is a mature residential enclave in central-eastern Yonkers characterized by single-family homes, modest multi-family properties, and tree-lined hillsides. It sits adjacent to the scenic Dunwoodie Golf Course and historic Saint Joseph's Seminary, offering a relaxed community feel distinct from urban downtown Yonkers.
- Residential / Quiet
- Hilly
- Family-Friendly
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Dunwoodie Heights
Walk score: 58/100 · Bike score: 42/100
No bike-share system operates here, but cyclists can access the paved multi-use South County Trailway just west of the neighborhood via Yonkers Avenue.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Substantially lower violent crime rates compared to southwest Yonkers and adjacent Bronx border areas.
- Stable economic base featuring solid homeownership rates and low residential vacancy.
- Convenient recreational access with Dunwoodie Golf Course and nearby parks.
Cons
- Occasional property crimes such as vehicle break-ins and catalytic converter thefts.
- Steep topography and spotty sidewalk coverage make walking challenging on interior residential streets.
- Traffic congestion and elevated noise levels near Yonkers Avenue and Cross County Parkway ramps.
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is minimal in Dunwoodie Heights, with no established encampments and only rare instances of panhandling near major highway off-ramps.
What Dunwoodie Heights is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Quiet and safe as commuters depart and residents walk dogs along peaceful residential streets.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm atmosphere with school bus drop-offs and light neighborhood traffic around local shops.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Streets wind down quickly; commercial stretches along Yonkers Avenue remain well-lit and comfortable.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very quiet with minimal foot traffic; while violent crime is rare, standard awareness is recommended on darker side streets.
Transit, parking and getting around
Served by the Westchester County Bee-Line Bus System (primarily Route 7 and Route 25 along Yonkers Avenue), which connects to the Yonkers Metro-North Station (Hudson Line) approximately 2.5 miles west.
Residential street parking is readily available and generally free without permits, though brief metered zones exist along Yonkers Avenue retail blocks.
Things to do in Dunwoodie Heights
- Play a round of 18 holes at the public Dunwoodie Golf Course featuring rolling hills and city views.
- Admire the grand stone architecture and peaceful grounds of Saint Joseph's Seminary.
- Connect to the South County Trailway just west of the neighborhood for running or biking along the historic rail trail.
Local favorites
- Dunwoodie Pizzeria & Restaurant · Pizza / Italian · 4.5★ (630)Longtime local cornerstone serving classic New York thin-crust slices and traditional Italian-American entrees.
- The Heritage Bar and Restaurant · Irish Pub · 4.6★ (290)Cozy neighborhood gathering spot known for classic pub fare, draft beers, and friendly community atmosphere.
- Pisa Bros Italian Specialty · Deli / Italian Grocery · 4.7★ (320)Traditional Italian deli offering imported meats, specialty cheeses, and generous overstuffed heroes.
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Common questions about Dunwoodie Heights
Is Dunwoodie Heights safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Dunwoodie Heights a good place to live?
On safety, Dunwoodie Heights scores 80/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is Dunwoodie Heights?
Walk score 58/100 and bike score 42/100. Some errands can be done on foot.
Which areas near Dunwoodie Heights are safer?
Dunwoodie (82) score higher nearby.
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