BRONX · 242 addresses · 1 precincts
Living on Van Nest Avenue in the Bronx is a challenge, as reflected by its poor grade of F, with a score of 0 out of 100, according to official city data. The street is plagued by persistent noise issues, with the most common complaint being loud music and parties, totaling 411 reports. Residents also frequently deal with illegal parking, with 656 complaints, often due to vehicles parked in front of hydrants (195 complaints), blocking driveways (117), or violating posted parking signs (254). The noise isn't limited to the streets; residential noise, including loud talking, accounts for 140 complaints, indicating that the issue permeates both public and private spaces.
Accessibility and safety concerns are also prevalent. Blocked crosswalks (74 complaints) and lack of access (84 complaints) due to illegally parked vehicles or other obstructions hinder pedestrians, while abandoned and derelict vehicles (45 and 27 complaints, respectively) contribute to the visual blight and potential hazards. The street conditions themselves are poor, with 32 complaints, suggesting potholes, cracked pavement, or other surface issues that could pose further safety risks. Despite these challenges, residents have reported fewer crime incidents, with a total of 22 cases comprising 7 felonies, 12 misdemeanors, and 3 violations. However, the most common offenses—petit larceny (6), harassment (3), and felony assault (3)—indicate a need for continued vigilance and community engagement to maintain safety and deter criminal activity.
What kind of noise is being reported?
| Category | Count | Bar |
|---|---|---|
| Parking/Traffic | 846 | |
| Noise | 535 | |
| Maintenance | 144 | |
| Dirty/Trash | 37 | |
| Rodents/Pests | 25 | |
| Street Condition | 62 | |
| Safety | 15 | |
| Trees/Outdoor | 22 | |
| Water/Sewer | 59 | |
| Air Quality | 8 | |
| Food/Eating | 2 | |
| Other | 76 | |
| Total | 1831 |
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Felonies | 7 |
| Misdemeanors | 12 |
| Violations | 3 |
| Total | 22 |
| Building | Score | Issues |
|---|---|---|
| 591 Van Nest Avenue | 11.7 | 150 |
| 593 Van Nest Avenue | 41.0 | 121 |
| 589 Van Nest Avenue | 54.4 | 79 |
| 1000 Van Nest Avenue | 67.1 | 111 |
| 849 Van Nest Avenue | 69.8 | 25 |
| 539 Van Nest Avenue | 78.4 | 22 |
| 1144 Van Nest Avenue | 79.9 | 34 |
| 602 Van Nest Avenue | 80.5 | 39 |
| 734 Van Nest Avenue | 81.0 | 7 |
| 800 Van Nest Avenue | 83.6 | 10 |