F 25.7
BRONX ยท Delafield Avenue 73 addresses ยท 1 precinct
Noise
Quiet
Pests
Some pests
Safety
Very safe
Maintenance
Average
Cleanliness
Average
5
Noise
complaints
5
Rodent/
pest issues
0
Felonies
this year
1
Total
crimes

Neighborhood summary

Living on Delfield Avenue in the Bronx is a challenge, as reflected in its poor grade and the high number of complaints from residents. The street is plagued by persistent issues that significantly impact daily life. The most common complaint, blocked driveways, is a recurring problem with a total of 55 reports, indicating a constant struggle for residents to access their homes or park their vehicles. The water system is another major concern, with 35 complaints, including issues like no water access (15 reports) and low water pressure (10 reports), suggesting frequent disruptions in water supply and inconsistent pressure.

The street conditions on Delfield Avenue are deplorable, with 21 complaints highlighting potholes (11 reports), cave-ins (9 reports), and blocked hydrants (11 reports). These issues not only make it difficult to navigate the street but also pose safety risks, particularly with blocked fire hydrants that could hinder firefighters' access during emergencies. The street lights are also in poor condition, with 7 reports, contributing to a sense of insecurity at night.

Illegal parking and abandoned vehicles (9 reports each) further exacerbate the parking situation, leading to frequent disputes among residents. Snow and ice accumulation (11 reports) during winter months add another layer of inconvenience, with snow tracking into homes and businesses. Despite the numerous challenges, crime rates on Delfield Avenue are relatively low, with only 1 violation reported, suggesting that residents are more concerned with infrastructure and quality of life issues than safety.

Comparatively, Delfield Avenue's neighboring streets face similar challenges. Liebig Avenue also has a poor grade (F), indicating that residents there may be dealing with comparable issues. In contrast, West 258 Street and West 259 Street have mixed grades, with one receiving an A and the other an F, suggesting a stark contrast in living conditions between these nearby streets.

311 complaints trend ยท 2.7/address โ†’ Stable

Crime trend 3 total

311 Complaints

CategoryCountDistribution
Parking/Traffic 84
Noise 5
Maintenance 7
Dirty/Trash 15
Rodents/Pests 5
Street Condition 43
Safety 1
Trees/Outdoor 9
Water/Sewer 35
Air Quality 5
Other 21
Total230

What residents are reporting

Blocked Driveway (55) Water System (35) Street Condition (21) Illegal Parking (20) Missed Collection (15) Snow or Ice (11) Abandoned Vehicle (9) Sidewalk Condition (8) Street Light Condition (7) HEAT/HOT WATER (5)

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Crime on Delafield Avenue

CategoryCount
Felonies0
Misdemeanors0
Violations1
Total1

Most common offenses

HARRASSMENT 2 (1)