NYC Report Card

West 197 Street

F — 0

BRONX · 27 addresses · 1 precincts

Should you live here? F — 0

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Noise
Very loud
🐀
Pests
Infested
🔒
Safety
Very safe
🏠
Maintenance
Poor
🧹
Cleanliness
Filthy
240
Noise
complaints
44
Rodent/
pest issues
0
Felonies
this year
0
Total
crimes

Living on West 197 Street in the Bronx can be quite challenging, as indicated by its poor grade and the plethora of specific problems reported by residents and the 311 system. The street is lined with vehicles that often park illegally, blocking both driveways and even fire hydrants, a serious safety concern during emergencies. Residents have reported 74 instances of blocked hydrants, highlighting the persistent issue.

Noise pollution is another significant challenge. Loud music and parties often disrupt the peace, with 14 complaints of loud music or parties. Additionally, residents have to contend with loud talking and even banging or pounding, which can be quite disruptive, especially during late-night hours. The noise isn't limited to residential areas; street and sidewalk noise, including loud talking, also pose a problem, with 8 complaints.

The street's cleanliness is another major concern, with 29 complaints about its dirty condition and 29 reports of trash. Snow and ice buildup on the street also pose a challenge during winter months, with 2 complaints, indicating a need for better snow removal and maintenance. Moreover, access to the street and its sidewalks is often blocked, with 11 reports of no access and 6 of partial access, making it difficult for residents, especially those with mobility issues, to navigate the street safely.

The crime rate on West 197 Street is also high, with a total of 12 reported incidents, including 7 felonies, 4 misdemeanors, and 1 violation. The top offenses include petit larceny, grand larceny, and assault, indicating a need for increased police presence and community efforts to combat crime. Overall, living on West 197 Street requires resilience and a collective effort from residents, local authorities, and community organizations to address the various challenges and improve the quality of life.

311 complaints trend · 29.8/address ↓ Decreasing

Crime trend 26 total

Noise Breakdown

What kind of noise is being reported?

Music/Party
178
74%
Neighbors
46
19%
Construction
0
0%
Traffic/Cars
0
0%
Other Noise
0
0%

311 Complaints

CategoryCountBar
Parking/Traffic 510
Noise 240
Maintenance 169
Dirty/Trash 106
Rodents/Pests 44
Street Condition 2
Safety 13
Trees/Outdoor 1
Water/Sewer 58
Air Quality 4
Food/Eating 2
Other 61
Total1210

Crime on West 197 Street

CategoryCount
Felonies0
Misdemeanors0
Violations0
Total0

What residents are reporting

Illegal Parking (408) Noise - Street/Sidewalk (123) Dirty Condition (106) Noise - Residential (105) Blocked Driveway (77) HEAT/HOT WATER (62) Water System (56) UNSANITARY CONDITION (42) Elevator (40) PLUMBING (25)

Notable buildings on West 197 Street

BuildingScoreIssues
165 West 197 Street 0 366
88 West 197 Street 9.7 104
117 West 197 Street 22.6 177
129 West 197 Street 39.7 162
131 West 197 Street 53.0 20
116 West 197 Street 53.1 106
150 West 197 Street 64.4 58
123 West 197 Street 85.1 22
115 West 197 Street 90.4 16
136 West 197 Street 91.9 39

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