BRONX · 92 addresses · 2 precincts
Living on Shakespeare Avenue in the Bronx is a challenging experience, as reflected by its failing grade of F, the lowest possible. Residents here contend with a myriad of issues, with unsanitary conditions being the most pressing, as reported over 600 times. The streets and sidewalks echo with a cacophony of noise, with loud music and parties being a particular source of disruption, with over 300 complaints each. The noise isn't limited to late-night revelry; even daytime hours are punctuated by persistent banging and pounding, with over 100 such complaints. The buildings themselves are in dire need of repair, with issues ranging from peeling paint and plaster to leaks, mold, and pests, affecting both individual apartments and entire buildings.
Adding to the discomfort is the frequent lack of essential services. Over 500 residents have complained about inadequate or non-existent heat and hot water, while plumbing issues and water leaks have also been widely reported. Garbage and recycling storage is a significant problem, with over 300 complaints, likely due to overflowing bins or improper storage. Blocked fire hydrants, a serious safety hazard, have also been reported, though official data on this specific issue is not available for this street.
The crime situation on Shakespeare Avenue is also concerning, with a total of 57 criminal offenses reported within the given period. Harassment tops the list with 17 cases, followed by assault and related offenses (11), criminal mischief (7), and petit larceny (5). The surrounding streets also have varying crime grades, with two nearby streets sharing the same failing grade, while two others have better grades of B and A, indicating a mixed safety landscape in the area.
What kind of noise is being reported?
| Category | Count | Bar |
|---|---|---|
| Parking/Traffic | 149 | |
| Noise | 480 | |
| Maintenance | 1491 | |
| Dirty/Trash | 80 | |
| Rodents/Pests | 640 | |
| Street Condition | 23 | |
| Safety | 45 | |
| Trees/Outdoor | 5 | |
| Water/Sewer | 55 | |
| Air Quality | 13 | |
| Other | 110 | |
| Total | 3091 |
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Felonies | 10 |
| Misdemeanors | 30 |
| Violations | 17 |
| Total | 57 |
| Building | Score | Issues |
|---|---|---|
| 1201 Shakespeare Avenue | 0 | 635 |
| 1220 Shakespeare Avenue | 0 | 528 |
| 1350 Shakespeare Avenue | 0 | 211 |
| 1285 Shakespeare Avenue | 0 | 108 |
| 1432 Shakespeare Avenue | 0 | 163 |
| 1234 Shakespeare Avenue | 21.6 | 92 |
| 1204 Shakespeare Avenue | 23.0 | 91 |
| 1258 Shakespeare Avenue | 29.1 | 82 |
| 1190 Shakespeare Avenue | 30.0 | 77 |
| 1444 Shakespeare Avenue | 34.3 | 86 |