BRONX · 13 addresses · 2 precincts
Living on Concourse Village East in the Bronx is a testament to the challenges that often come with urban living, as reflected in the city's data. The street's grade of F, with a score of 0, paints a stark picture of the hardships residents face daily. The most prevalent issue is the lack of adequate heating and hot water, with 188 complaints, a stark reminder of the cold Bronx winters that can be unbearable without proper heating. The plumbing problems are another significant concern, with 31 complaints, ranging from slow leaks to heavy flows, which can cause damage to apartments and exacerbate other issues like mold, which has been reported 10 times.
The street is also plagued by unsanitary conditions, with 29 complaints, suggesting poor waste management and hygiene issues. The presence of pests, with 16 complaints, further compounds these problems, making it difficult for residents to maintain clean and healthy living spaces. The noise pollution, while not as severe as other issues, is still a nuisance, with 11 complaints specifically about residential noise and 4 general noise complaints. This could indicate late-night parties, loud music, or persistent noise from nearby businesses or construction sites.
Illegal parking is another challenge, with 13 complaints. This can lead to blocked fire hydrants, which is a significant safety hazard, especially in a city prone to fires. The blocked hydrants can also lead to water supply issues, as reported 13 times, further compounding the water-related problems. The condition of the buildings is also a concern, with complaints about paint, plaster, doors, windows, and ceilings, suggesting a general lack of maintenance and upkeep.
Despite these challenges, the street's crime rate is relatively low, with only 4 misdemeanors and 2 violations reported, suggesting that the community is not plagued by serious criminal activity. However, the top offenses, including harassment and vehicle and traffic laws, indicate that there are still issues with quality of life and safety that need to be addressed.
Surrounding streets also share similar grades, with East 159 Street and East 157 Street both receiving an F grade, suggesting that the issues on Concourse Village East are not isolated but part of a broader pattern in the area. Conversely, the nearby Con Village West has an A grade, indicating that there are pockets of better-maintained and safer streets in the vicinity. This stark contrast highlights the need for targeted improvements and interventions to raise the living standards on Concourse Village East and other similarly graded streets.
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| Category | Count | Bar |
|---|---|---|
| Parking/Traffic | 20 | |
| Noise | 16 | |
| Maintenance | 289 | |
| Dirty/Trash | 4 | |
| Rodents/Pests | 31 | |
| Street Condition | 3 | |
| Safety | 4 | |
| Water/Sewer | 7 | |
| Air Quality | 1 | |
| Other | 10 | |
| Total | 385 |
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Felonies | 0 |
| Misdemeanors | 4 |
| Violations | 2 |
| Total | 6 |
| Building | Score | Issues |
|---|---|---|
| 775 Concourse Village East | 0 | 151 |
| 779 Concourse Village East | 0 | 142 |
| 773 Concourse Village East | 43.2 | 76 |
| 834 Concourse Village East | 98.4 | 7 |
| 777 Concourse Village East | 99.0 | 2 |
| 847 Concourse Village East | 99.1 | 3 |
| 800 Concourse Village East | 99.4 | 2 |
| 742 Concourse Village East | 99.5 | 1 |
| 762 Concourse Village East | 99.6 | 2 |
| 790 Concourse Village East | 99.7 | 1 |