Neighborhood summary

Living on Newbold Avenue in the Bronx is a challenging experience, as reflected by its grade of F and a high volume of resident complaints. The street is notorious for persistent heating and hot water issues, with over 120 complaints, indicating consistent discomfort for residents during colder months. The lack of heat and hot water can be both inconvenient and potentially hazardous, especially for vulnerable residents like the elderly and young children.

Illegal parking and driveway obstructions are rampant, with 87 and 54 complaints respectively. The narrow street is often congested with double-parked vehicles, parked in front of hydrants (20 complaints), and violating posted parking signs (14 complaints). These issues not only make it difficult for residents to park their own vehicles but also pose safety concerns, as blocked hydrants can hinder firefighting efforts, and obstructed driveways can trap residents in their homes during emergencies.

Noise pollution is another significant challenge, with 40 complaints related to residential noise and 20 complaints about street and sidewalk noise. The constant sound of loud music or parties (42 complaints) can make it hard for residents to enjoy their homes or get a good night's sleep. The presence of pests and mold (16 complaints each) suggests that some buildings may not be well-maintained, further contributing to the overall discontent among residents.

The crime situation on Newbold Avenue is also concerning, with a total of 69 reported offenses in the past year, including 14 felonies and 32 misdemeanors. Assault and harassment are the top offenses, with 14 and 14 incidents respectively. This high crime rate may contribute to a feeling of insecurity among residents and negatively impact their quality of life.

Despite these challenges, Newbold Avenue is situated near Chief Dennis L Devlin Park, which offers a peaceful retreat and a reminder that a better quality of life is possible. However, the park's proximity does little to mitigate the immediate issues that Newbold Avenue residents face on a daily basis.

311 complaints trend · 3.9/address → Stable

Crime trend 37 total

Noise Breakdown

What kind of noise is being reported?

311 Complaints

Notable buildings on Newbold Avenue

What residents are reporting

Crime on Newbold Avenue

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