BRONX · 141 addresses · 1 precincts
Living on Balcom Avenue in the Bronx isn't without its unique challenges, as the street's grade of 'F' suggests. Residents are often greeted with a cacophony of noise, with the most frequent offenders being loud music or parties, which have been reported 45 times in the past year. The commotion is often accompanied by the crowing of roosters, a problem that has been documented 69 times, adding an unexpected rural touch to this urban landscape.
Parking on Balcom Avenue is notoriously difficult, with illegal parking being the top complaint, reported an astonishing 173 times. Residents often find themselves blocked in by vehicles double-parked and blocking traffic, a situation that has been reported 55 times. Adding to the parking woes, driveway blockages are also a frequent issue, with 42 reports. Despite the plethora of parking violations, abandoned vehicles also pose a problem, with 23 reports, further constricting available parking space.
The street's sanitation leaves much to be desired, with illegal dumping and dirty conditions being common issues, reported 28 and 26 times respectively. Trash buildup is a visible problem, with 26 reports, often exacerbating the overall grimy appearance of the street. Blocked hydrants, a critical safety issue, have been reported 33 times, posing a potential obstacle in emergency situations. Additionally, the street's water system has been reported 23 times, indicating potential leaks or other water-related issues.
The crime statistics for Balcom Avenue paint a mixed picture. While the number of felonies and misdemeanors is relatively low, with 3 felonies, 17 misdemeanors, and 4 violations, the types of offenses committed are concerning. Intoxicated and impaired driving tops the list with 5 incidents, followed by harassment (2) and criminal mischief (3), suggesting that residents may feel unsafe at times. The presence of assault-related offenses (2) further underscores the need for improved safety measures.
In contrast to Balcom Avenue, nearby streets like Cross Bx Service Road North and Sommer Place have grades of 'A', indicating significantly better living conditions. However, streets like Gifford Avenue and Barkley Avenue, both with grades of 'D' or 'F', face similar challenges, suggesting that these issues may not be isolated to Balcom Avenue but are part of a broader neighborhood concern.
What kind of noise is being reported?
| Category | Count | Bar |
|---|---|---|
| Parking/Traffic | 254 | |
| Noise | 70 | |
| Maintenance | 38 | |
| Dirty/Trash | 71 | |
| Rodents/Pests | 12 | |
| Street Condition | 52 | |
| Safety | 3 | |
| Trees/Outdoor | 8 | |
| Water/Sewer | 29 | |
| Air Quality | 3 | |
| Food/Eating | 1 | |
| Other | 124 | |
| Total | 665 |
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Felonies | 3 |
| Misdemeanors | 17 |
| Violations | 4 |
| Total | 24 |
| Building | Score | Issues |
|---|---|---|
| 1034 Balcom Avenue | 67.4 | 11 |
| 680 Balcom Avenue | 71.3 | 18 |
| 271 Balcom Avenue | 78.7 | 29 |
| 1424 Balcom Avenue | 85.1 | 7 |
| 394 Balcom Avenue | 86.8 | 29 |
| 275 Balcom Avenue | 90.2 | 15 |
| 1311 Balcom Avenue | 90.4 | 11 |
| 560 Balcom Avenue | 91.4 | 22 |
| 1321 Balcom Avenue | 91.8 | 63 |
| 1314 Balcom Avenue | 92.9 | 15 |