Neighborhood summary

Living on Waterbury Avenue in the Bronx can be a challenging experience, with residents facing a significant number of issues that impact their quality of life. According to official city data, the street has been graded 'F', indicating severe problems that require immediate attention.

Illegal parking is a persistent issue on Waterbury Avenue, with residents reporting 96 complaints. This often leads to vehicles being parked in fire lanes, blocking hydrants, and even encroaching on residential driveways, with 22 complaints specifically about blocked driveways. The street is also plagued by loud music and parties, with 58 noise complaints, many of which are likely related to these activities. The presence of derelict and abandoned vehicles further contributes to the street's disarray, with 31 and 25 complaints respectively. These vehicles often obstruct the street, making it difficult for emergency services to access the area if necessary.

The physical condition of the street also leaves much to be desired. There have been 20 complaints about the overall street condition, with potholes being a particular problem, reported 12 times. Additionally, the street lights are often malfunctioning, with 14 complaints about street light conditions. This can make the street feel less safe at night, especially given the relatively high crime rate in the area.

Neighboring streets also face their own challenges. Puritan Avenue is graded 'D', while Bradford Avenue and Harrington Avenue are both graded 'F', indicating severe problems in those areas as well. In contrast, Whittemore Avenue is graded 'A', suggesting that it may be a safer and more pleasant alternative.

In terms of crime, Waterbury Avenue has seen 6 felonies, 10 misdemeanors, and 3 violations. The top offenses include intoxicated and impaired driving, with 4 incidents, and harassment, with 3 incidents. The presence of these crimes can make residents feel less secure in their homes and community.

311 complaints trend · 2.7/address → Stable

Crime trend 31 total

Noise Breakdown

What kind of noise is being reported?

311 Complaints

Notable buildings on Waterbury Avenue

What residents are reporting

Crime on Waterbury Avenue

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