Neighborhood summary

Living on East 165th Street in the Bronx is an experience marked by persistent housing issues and noise disturbances, as indicated by the official city data. Residents have reported a staggering 519 complaints regarding heat and hot water, suggesting that many buildings on this street struggle with inconsistent or insufficient heating, a critical concern, especially during the cold winter months. Additionally, the frequent mention of plumbing problems (65 complaints) and water leaks (38 complaints) points to aging infrastructure and maintenance issues that can lead to expensive repairs and potential health hazards like mold, which has been reported 39 times.

The street is also plagued by noise pollution, with 345 residential noise complaints and 107 street/sidewalk noise complaints. The most prevalent culprits are loud music or parties (251 complaints) and banging or pounding (206 complaints), indicating that excessive noise from neighbors or street activity is a common disturbance. This constant noise can negatively impact residents' quality of life, making it difficult to enjoy their homes, especially at night. Furthermore, the presence of derelict vehicles (30 complaints) and illegal parking (64 complaints) can obstruct traffic flow, block fire hydrants, and create safety hazards.

Despite these challenges, living on East 165th Street is not without its safer pockets. Nearby Hines Park, just a few blocks away, boasts a significantly better grade of A, suggesting a more peaceful and well-maintained environment. However, the street itself, along with its immediate neighbors like East 166th Street and 3rd Avenue, maintains a grade of F, reflecting the persistent issues plaguing the area. Remarkably, despite these challenges, crime levels on East 165th Street are relatively low, with only 1 misdemeanor offense reported, indicating that the community is not solely defined by its housing and noise-related concerns.

311 complaints trend · 7.6/address → Stable

Crime trend 110 total

Noise Breakdown

What kind of noise is being reported?

311 Complaints

Notable buildings on East 165 Street

What residents are reporting

Crime on East 165 Street

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