BRONX · 117 addresses · 2 precincts
Living on Astor Avenue in the Bronx can be quite a challenging experience, especially given the street's low grade of F and high volume of reported complaints. The noise levels are particularly noticeable, with 90 complaints about residential noise and 30 about street/sidewalk noise. Residents have specifically cited issues like loud music or parties (46 complaints) and loud talking (27 complaints), suggesting a persistent disturbance that can negatively impact quality of life. Parking is another significant issue, with 63 complaints about illegal parking and 28 about blocked driveways, making it difficult for residents to find a spot to park their vehicles. Additionally, 117 reports have been made about heat or hot water issues, indicating potential problems with building maintenance.
Walking down Astor Avenue can also present challenges. There have been 15 complaints about blocked sidewalks and 11 about snow or ice, which can make it difficult and even unsafe for pedestrians to navigate the street. The presence of abandoned vehicles (14 complaints) and dead animals (16 complaints) further contributes to the unsightly and unhygienic conditions on the street. While nearby streets like Williamsbdg Road and Stell Place have received higher grades, Astor Avenue remains surrounded by streets with similarly low grades, such as Lurting Avenue, Pelham Parkway, and Radcliff Avenue, indicating a broader area of concern.
Adding to the difficulties faced by Astor Avenue residents is the crime situation. A total of 7 felonies, 4 misdemeanors, and 3 violations have been reported. The most common offenses include grand larceny (4) and criminal mischief (4), suggesting a prevalence of property crimes in the area. Harassment (3) and grand larceny of motor vehicles (2) also contribute to the overall sense of unrest and insecurity among residents.
What kind of noise is being reported?
| Category | Count | Bar |
|---|---|---|
| Parking/Traffic | 114 | |
| Noise | 134 | |
| Maintenance | 72 | |
| Dirty/Trash | 17 | |
| Rodents/Pests | 20 | |
| Street Condition | 47 | |
| Safety | 7 | |
| Trees/Outdoor | 14 | |
| Water/Sewer | 22 | |
| Air Quality | 4 | |
| Other | 53 | |
| Total | 504 |
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Felonies | 7 |
| Misdemeanors | 4 |
| Violations | 3 |
| Total | 14 |
| Building | Score | Issues |
|---|---|---|
| 789 Astor Avenue | 46.1 | 77 |
| 860 Astor Avenue | 70.0 | 44 |
| 1475 Astor Avenue | 79.5 | 10 |
| 1655B Astor Avenue | 79.5 | 4 |
| 810 Astor Avenue | 83.9 | 30 |
| 1359 Astor Avenue | 87.7 | 27 |
| 1468 Astor Avenue | 88.4 | 14 |
| 1069 Astor Avenue | 89.9 | 5 |
| 1715 Astor Avenue | 91.7 | 3 |
| 780 Astor Avenue | 92.6 | 6 |