Neighborhood summary

Living on Rockwood Street in the Bronx, based on official city data, presents a challenging environment, particularly when it comes to noise pollution and water system issues. The street, graded 'F' with a score of 50.7, is plagued by excessive noise, with a staggering 136 complaints related to various forms of noise, from loud music and parties to vehicle noise and car alarms. Residents have reported noise issues 189 times, with loud music or parties being the most frequent culprit, accounting for 79 complaints. The noise is so persistent that it has even led to complaints about loud talking.

Water system issues are another significant concern, with 6 complaints related to water system problems. This includes issues like blocked fire hydrants, which are critical for emergency situations, with 4 such complaints reported. Two of these incidents involved hydrants running full, potentially wasting water and causing additional problems. Furthermore, the street has seen complaints about blocked driveways and illegal parking, indicating traffic congestion and parking difficulties.

The neighboring streets, including Walton Avenue, Hawkstone Street, Wythe Place, East Mount Eden Avenue, and Townsend Avenue, also have poor grades, suggesting that the noise and other issues may not be isolated to Rockwood Street alone. Despite these challenges, the crime statistics for the street are surprisingly low, with no reported felonies, misdemeanors, or violations. However, the persistent noise and water system issues must be addressed to improve the quality of life for the residents of Rockwood Street.

311 complaints trend · 8.0/address ↓ Decreasing

Crime trend 45 total

Noise Breakdown

What kind of noise is being reported?

311 Complaints

Notable buildings on Rockwood Street

What residents are reporting

Crime on Rockwood Street

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