Neighborhood summary

Living on Zerega Avenue in the Bronx is an experience that can be quite challenging, as indicated by its poor grade of F and the numerous complaints from residents. The street is a bustling, multi-cultural thoroughfare, but the quality of life here is significantly impacted by a variety of issues.

One of the most pressing problems is the consistent lack of heat and hot water, with a total of 138 complaints, making it the top issue. This is a significant hardship, especially during the cold winter months. Additionally, the general unsanitary conditions (77 complaints) and water system problems (60 complaints) contribute to an environment that is less than ideal for residents. The noise levels are also notable, with 69 complaints about street noise and 28 about residential noise, primarily due to loud music and parties, which can be quite disruptive to daily life.

Illegal parking (99 complaints) and blocked driveways (58 complaints) are persistent issues that cause inconvenience and can even lead to hazardous situations. Moreover, the street is plagued by illegal dumping (34 complaints), which contributes to the unsanitary conditions and can attract pests. Speaking of pests, there have been 56 complaints, indicating a significant infestation problem that requires immediate attention.

The crime rate is another concern, with a total of 45 incidents including felonies, misdemeanors, and violations. Harassment, petit larceny, and grand larceny of a motor vehicle are among the top offenses, which can make residents feel unsafe and insecure in their community.

Comparatively, nearby streets like Havemeyer Ave have a better grade of A, indicating that the issues on Zerega Avenue are not reflective of the entire neighborhood. However, the fact that other nearby streets like Castlehill Avenue and Ellis Avenue also have a grade of F suggests that there are systemic issues that need to be addressed throughout the area.

311 complaints trend · 4.6/address → Stable

Crime trend 31 total

Noise Breakdown

What kind of noise is being reported?

311 Complaints

Notable buildings on Zerega Avenue

What residents are reporting

Crime on Zerega Avenue

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