Neighborhood summary

Living on Elm Place in the Bronx is a challenge, according to official city data. The street has received an F grade, the lowest possible, with a score of 0, indicating significant issues that need to be addressed. The most pressing concern is the lack of heat and hot water, with 269 complaints, suggesting that many residents are left to endure cold apartments, particularly during the harsh winter months. The noise levels are also alarmingly high, with 105 complaints specifically about residential noise. This could mean loud music or parties happening late into the night, making it difficult for residents to get a good night's sleep. The street is also plagued by unsanitary conditions, with 84 complaints, indicating issues such as lack of proper waste disposal, pest infestations, and potentially even sewage problems, with 21 complaints specifically about sewage.

The buildings on Elm Place appear to be in a state of disrepair, with 268 complaints about the entire building, including 76 about banging or pounding, suggesting possible structural issues or renovations being done without proper permits. The illegal conversion of residential buildings and spaces, with 18 complaints, and the presence of illegal hotel rooms in residential buildings, with 25 complaints, indicate that some landlords may be prioritizing profit over the safety and well-being of their tenants. The presence of pests, with 45 complaints, only exacerbates the unsanitary conditions.

The crime rate on Elm Place is also concerning, with a total of 23 incidents reported, including 7 felonies, 12 misdemeanors, and 2 violations. The top offenses were grand larceny and petit larceny, with a total of 8 incidents, suggesting a problem with property theft. Assault 3 and related offenses accounted for another 3 incidents, indicating a level of violence that could be frightening for residents. Despite these challenges, Elm Place is not entirely isolated. While nearby streets like East Fordham Road and Valentine Avenue also have F grades, indicating similarly pressing issues, East 191 Street has an A grade, suggesting that better conditions are possible with the right investments and efforts.

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Noise Breakdown

What kind of noise is being reported?

311 Complaints

Notable buildings on Elm Place

What residents are reporting

Crime on Elm Place

Nearby streets