NYC Report Card

Castlehill Avenue

F — 42.9

BRONX · 64 addresses · 3 precincts

Should you live here? F — 42.9

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Noise
Moderate
🐀
Pests
Clean
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Safety
Average
🏠
Maintenance
Excellent
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Cleanliness
Average
10
Noise
complaints
0
Rodent/
pest issues
2
Felonies
this year
5
Total
crimes

Living on Castlehill Avenue in the Bronx, as indicated by its grade of F and score of 42.9, presents a challenging environment. The street is plagued by persistent issues that significantly impact the quality of life for its residents. Graffiti, a top complaint, is a recurring problem, with 18 reports, marring the visual appeal of the neighborhood and often serving as a marker for more serious criminal activity. Blocked driveways, with 15 reports, cause frequent inconvenience and can potentially pose safety hazards.

Noise pollution, specifically from loud music and parties, is another significant issue plaguing Castlehill Avenue, with 6 reports. This ongoing disturbance can disrupt sleep and daily activities, creating a stressful living environment. Derelict vehicles, of which there are 4 reports, not only contribute to the visual blight but also pose potential safety risks and hinder parking efforts. The street's problems are further exacerbated by illegal dumping, abandoned vehicles, and blocked fire hydrants, which can hinder emergency response efforts and pose risks to public safety.

The surrounding streets do not paint a more reassuring picture. Neighboring Castle Hill Avenue, Haviland Avenue, and Powell Avenue all share the same F grade, suggesting a broader area affected by similar issues. However, Havemeyer Ave stands out with an A grade, providing a stark contrast and highlighting the disparities in living conditions within close proximity. The crime statistics, although not alarmingly high, still reflect a presence of criminal activity, with 2 felonies and 2 misdemeanors reported, primarily involving grand larceny and harassment. Despite the challenges, residents of Castlehill Avenue persist, hoping for improvements that would enhance their living experience and foster a safer, cleaner community.

311 complaints trend · 1.3/address → Stable

Crime trend 50 total

Noise Breakdown

What kind of noise is being reported?

Music/Party
6
60%
Neighbors
3
30%
Construction
0
0%
Traffic/Cars
0
0%
Other Noise
0
0%

311 Complaints

CategoryCountBar
Parking/Traffic 29
Noise 10
Dirty/Trash 15
Street Condition 18
Safety 2
Trees/Outdoor 3
Water/Sewer 6
Air Quality 2
Food/Eating 7
Other 16
Total108

Crime on Castlehill Avenue

CategoryCount
Felonies2
Misdemeanors2
Violations1
Total5

Most common offenses

GRAND LARCENY OF MOTOR VEHICLE (1) GRAND LARCENY (1) HARRASSMENT 2 (1) OFF. AGNST PUB ORD SENSBLTY & (1) PETIT LARCENY (1)

What residents are reporting

Graffiti (18) Blocked Driveway (15) Missed Collection (7) Illegal Parking (7) Illegal Dumping (5) Derelict Vehicles (4) Noise - Commercial (4) Abandoned Vehicle (3) Consumer Complaint (3) Water System (3)

Notable buildings on Castlehill Avenue

BuildingScoreIssues
1650 Castlehill Avenue 83.8 8
1219 Castlehill Avenue 90.4 4
575 Castlehill Avenue 97.8 5
1776 Castlehill Avenue 98.0 1
1652 Castlehill Avenue 98.4 8
1142 Castlehill Avenue 98.5 3
1202 Castlehill Avenue 98.8 4
580 Castlehill Avenue 99.0 1
1323 Castlehill Avenue 99.2 4
760 Castlehill Avenue 99.3 2

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