NYC Report Card

Powell Avenue

F — 0

BRONX · 106 addresses · 1 precincts

Should you live here? F — 0

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Noise
Loud
🐀
Pests
Infested
🔒
Safety
Dangerous
🏠
Maintenance
Poor
🧹
Cleanliness
Dirty
26
Noise
complaints
52
Rodent/
pest issues
5
Felonies
this year
24
Total
crimes

Living on Powell Avenue in the Bronx is a challenge, as reflected by its grade F score. Residents grapple with a plethora of issues, with heat and hot water problems topping the list, affecting both individual apartments and entire buildings. The city has received over 366 complaints about this, suggesting that many residents struggle with consistent and adequate heating during colder months. Blocked driveways, with over 100 complaints, cause ongoing inconveniences for residents, making it difficult for them to access their own homes or park their vehicles. Illegal parking, plumbing issues, and unsanitary conditions also pose significant problems, with residents reporting water leaks, blocked hydrants, and pest infestations among the 2000+ complaints logged in the past year.

The crime rate on Powell Avenue is a cause for concern, with a total of 24 reported offenses, including 5 felonies and 19 misdemeanors. Petit larceny and assault-related offenses are the most common, with 8 and 5 incidents respectively. This high crime rate, coupled with the subpar living conditions, creates an environment that is far from ideal for its residents. The nearby streets, such as Haviland Avenue and Ellis Avenue, also share similar grades and crime rates, suggesting that the issues are not isolated to Powell Avenue but affect the broader neighborhood.

Despite the numerous challenges faced by residents, there are some positive aspects in the vicinity. Chief Dennis L Devlin Park, located nearby, offers a green space for residents to enjoy and provides a welcome respite from the urban environment. However, the overall quality of life for those living on Powell Avenue is significantly impacted by the persistent issues that require attention and resolution.

311 complaints trend · 7.2/address → Stable

Crime trend 5 total

Noise Breakdown

What kind of noise is being reported?

Music/Party
10
38%
Neighbors
0
0%
Construction
0
0%
Traffic/Cars
0
0%
Other Noise
0
0%

311 Complaints

CategoryCountBar
Parking/Traffic 186
Noise 26
Maintenance 552
Dirty/Trash 22
Rodents/Pests 52
Street Condition 13
Safety 6
Trees/Outdoor 12
Water/Sewer 34
Air Quality 8
Other 66
Total977

Crime on Powell Avenue

CategoryCount
Felonies5
Misdemeanors19
Violations0
Total24

Most common offenses

PETIT LARCENY (8) ASSAULT 3 & RELATED OFFENSES (5) FELONY ASSAULT (2) OFF. AGNST PUB ORD SENSBLTY & (2) GRAND LARCENY OF MOTOR VEHICLE (2)

What residents are reporting

HEAT/HOT WATER (366) Blocked Driveway (100) Illegal Parking (69) PLUMBING (50) UNSANITARY CONDITION (48) PAINT/PLASTER (38) WATER LEAK (28) Water System (25) Elevator (23) FLOORING/STAIRS (20)

Notable buildings on Powell Avenue

BuildingScoreIssues
2010 Powell Avenue 0 455
2164 Powell Avenue 0.1 81
2200 Powell Avenue 5.5 115
2331 Powell Avenue 76.0 30
2339 Powell Avenue 84.3 7
2070 Powell Avenue 86.5 20
1921 Powell Avenue 87.8 5
1994B Powell Avenue 88.3 16
2249 Powell Avenue 92.8 8
2151 Powell Avenue 96.0 5

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