F 0
BRONX ยท Fort Independence Street 67 addresses ยท 1 precinct
Noise
Very loud
Pests
Some pests
Safety
Unsafe
Maintenance
Needs work
Cleanliness
Dirty
80
Noise
complaints
8
Rodent/
pest issues
4
Felonies
this year
14
Total
crimes

Neighborhood summary

Living on Fort Independence Street in the Bronx is a challenge, as indicated by its grade F, the lowest possible, based on official city data. Residents are faced with a persistent issue of illegal parking, with over 360 complaints, often due to vehicles parked in no-parking zones or blocking driveways, with 129 violations involving posted parking signs. The street is frequently blocked by vehicles, with 121 instances of blocked crosswalks and 77 cases of partial access, making it difficult for residents and emergency services to navigate. Blocked fire hydrants, with 49 reported incidents, pose a significant safety risk, as they could hinder fire fighters' efforts in case of an emergency.

Noise pollution is another considerable issue, with 70 complaints of residential noise, many of which can be attributed to loud music or parties, with 44 specific reports of this nature. This constant noise, coupled with other environmental complaints such as dirty conditions and water system issues, creates an unpleasant living environment. The high number of rodent complaints, with 6 instances, suggests unsanitary conditions that could potentially lead to health issues for residents. Additionally, the street's crime statistics, with a total of 15 offenses including petit larceny and grand larceny of a motor vehicle, indicate that safety is a concern for residents. The surrounding streets, such as Bailey Place and Cannon Place, also have poor grades, suggesting that the issues on Fort Independence Street are not isolated but part of a larger pattern in the area.

311 complaints trend ยท 7.3/address โ†’ Stable

Crime trend 18 total

Noise Breakdown

What kind of noise is being reported?

Music/Party
44
55%
Neighbors
30
38%
Construction
0
0%
Traffic/Cars
0
0%
Other Noise
0
0%

311 Complaints

CategoryCountDistribution
Parking/Traffic 472
Noise 80
Maintenance 25
Dirty/Trash 18
Rodents/Pests 8
Street Condition 8
Safety 6
Trees/Outdoor 1
Water/Sewer 8
Air Quality 13
Food/Eating 3
Other 26
Total668

What residents are reporting

Illegal Parking (368) Blocked Driveway (104) Noise - Residential (70) HEAT/HOT WATER (20) Dirty Condition (9) Water System (6) Indoor Air Quality (6) General Construction/Plumbing (6) Snow or Ice (6) Rodent (6)

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Crime on Fort Independence Street

CategoryCount
Felonies4
Misdemeanors9
Violations1
Total14

Most common offenses

PETIT LARCENY (5) GRAND LARCENY OF MOTOR VEHICLE (2) OFF. AGNST PUB ORD SENSBLTY & (2) OFFENSES AGAINST PUBLIC ADMINI (1) CRIMINAL MISCHIEF & RELATED OF (1)