Neighborhood summary

Living on Boston Road in the Bronx is a challenging experience, as indicated by its grade of F, the lowest possible score based on official city data. Residents grapple with a myriad of issues that significantly impact their quality of life. The most prevalent concern is the lack of proper heating and hot water, with a staggering 1149 complaints, suggesting that many residents struggle to keep their homes warm, especially during the cold winter months.

Noise pollution is another severe problem, with 559 complaints about residential noise and 187 about street and sidewalk noise. The specific issues reported include loud music or parties (401 complaints) and banging or pounding (392 complaints), indicating that many residents are disturbed by excessive noise, likely from both neighbors and street activity. This constant noise not only disrupts sleep and relaxation but also creates a stressful living environment.

Illegal parking is another significant issue, with 397 complaints. This problem, coupled with other reported issues like blocked fire hydrants and no parking signs violations, suggests that parking can be chaotic and unsafe, potentially hindering emergency vehicle access. The presence of pests (161 complaints) and mold (111 complaints) further exacerbates the living conditions, posing potential health risks to residents.

The crime rate on Boston Road is also high, with a total of 212 incidents reported, including 68 felonies and 139 misdemeanors. The most common offenses are petit larceny, harassment, and vehicle and traffic laws violations. This high crime rate, combined with the various quality-of-life issues, creates an unwelcoming and potentially dangerous environment for residents.

Neighboring streets, such as Elsmere Place and East 177 Street, also share similar grades and issues, suggesting that the challenges faced by Boston Road residents are not isolated but part of a broader pattern in the area. However, streets like Waterloo Place and Trafalgar Place exhibit better grades, indicating that improvements in housing conditions and quality of life are possible with targeted efforts and investments.

311 complaints trend · 8.6/address → Stable

Crime trend 49 total

Noise Breakdown

What kind of noise is being reported?

311 Complaints

Notable buildings on Boston Road

What residents are reporting

Crime on Boston Road

Nearby streets