Neighborhood summary

Living on East 138th Street in the Bronx can be a challenging experience, as indicated by the street's low grade of F and the high volume of complaints. The most prominent issue is noise pollution, with a staggering 63 complaints related to residential noise alone. Residents often report loud music or parties, with 45 incidents of loud music or parties and 42 incidents of banging or pounding. The noise is not limited to residential areas; commercial establishments and vehicles also contribute to the cacophony, with 16 and 10 complaints respectively. The noise is so pervasive that it even spills onto the streets and sidewalks, with 13 complaints in this regard.

Illegal parking is another significant problem, with 34 complaints. Residents have reported issues such as double-parked vehicles blocking others, detached trailers, and blocked driveways, with 7, 9, and 9 complaints respectively. The street is also plagued by dirty conditions, with 8 complaints, and trash buildup, with 9 complaints. Food vendors have also been a source of contention, with 10 complaints. Interestingly, snow or ice buildup is also a significant issue, with 12 complaints, suggesting that snow removal may not be adequately addressed.

The crime rate on East 138th Street is also a cause for concern, with a total of 9 criminal incidents recorded. These include violations of vehicle and traffic laws, criminal mischief, grand larceny of a motor vehicle, and robbery. The high crime rate, combined with the persistent noise and parking issues, creates a difficult living environment for residents. The nearby streets also fare poorly, with grades of F indicating that the issues are not isolated to East 138th Street alone.

311 complaints trend · 7.2/address → Stable

Crime trend 117 total

Noise Breakdown

What kind of noise is being reported?

311 Complaints

Notable buildings on East 138 Street

What residents are reporting

Crime on East 138 Street

Nearby streets