Neighborhood Spotlight
Is Boller Ave / Tillotson Ave a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
Explore safety, home prices, commute patterns, and neighborhood insights in Bronx, New York - so you can decide with confidence before buying or renting.
Most buyers only see the home. Smart buyers check the neighborhood first.
Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe726
Medium378
Low554
Other1337
261 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape107
Child involved68
Assault7
Other94
Crime Details:
Recent reported incidents in the past 12 months (newest first). Up to 10 records.
| Crime date | Crime description | Address | Crime category |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic indicates a possible medical emergency near Kingsbridge Road and the nearby transit line, where a man reportedly fell, hit his head, and was described as unconscious. A bus or ambulance was requested to respond to the location. | Kingsbridge Rd, Bronx, NY 10458 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a possible emergency after a male pulled an emergency brake on the B and D subway line near 174 Street, following a 911 call about a busy condition. | St, Bronx, NY 10460 | Suspicious Activity |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, responders dispatched to assist a 57-year-old woman at 9 Willow Drive, first floor, near Hemlock Place and Leland Avenue. | Willow Dr, New Rochelle, NY 10805 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, possible medical or emotional disturbance involving a female near Prospect Avenue and West 205 Street in the Bronx. Units are responding to the scene. | Prospect Ave, Bronx, NY | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers checked a disabled Volvo with a flat tire on westbound Seminary Avenue in Yonkers. | Seminary Ave, Yonkers, NY 10704 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, police units were sent to St. Lawrence Avenue station on the 6 line for a reported homeless man on the downtown platform armed with a knife or machete. A detailed description of the man was broadcast. Later, radio traffic indicated no further units were needed at the station. | St Lawrence Av, Bronx, NY 10472 | Weapons |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews are responding to a reported odor of smoke at a building on Anthony Avenue in the Bronx. | Anthony Ave, Bronx, NY 10457 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire units respond to a reported commercial alarm at an urgent care clinic near Pelham Parkway in Pelham, New York. | Pelham Pkwy, Pelham, NY 10803 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, mutual-aid medical units are dispatched to an address on Pelham Road in New Rochelle for a 26-year-old woman with a possible heart attack inside an apartment building. | Pelham Rd Apt 1N, New Rochelle, NY 10805 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched to an apartment building on Pelham Road in New Rochelle for a 26-year-old woman with a possible heart attack. | Pelham Rd, New Rochelle, NY 10805 | Medical Emergency |
For all crime details - View Safety Report
Median Home Price
$228,955
Average Rent
$2,331
Vacancy Rate
7.6%
Train Commute Share
39.8%
Overview
Boller Ave / Tillotson Ave is a densely urban, coastal neighborhood in Bronx, NY, with a nautical feel and mostly apartment housing.
The neighborhood has many older residences built between 1940 and 1999 and a vacancy rate near the national median.
CoastalDensely UrbanHigh Train Commute
Quick Facts
| Single Mother Households | 37.4% |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Housing is mostly small to medium apartment complexes, predominantly renter occupied.
| Vacancy Rate | 7.6% |
|---|---|
| Apartment Complexes/High-Rise | 88.2% |
| Housing Age | Mostly built 1940-1969, some 1970-1999 |
What buyers will notice right away
Most housing is renter occupied with a moderate vacancy rate.
Housing stock is dominated by large apartment buildings.
Families & Lifestyle
The neighborhood has a high share of single mother households and elevated child poverty rates.
Transit-Oriented — High train ridership reflects strong reliance on public transit for commuting.
| Single Mother Households | 37.4% |
|---|---|
| Child Poverty Rate | 78.0% |
| Per Capita Income | Lower than 98.1% of US neighborhoods |
Demographics
| Income Level | Lower than 98.1% of US neighborhoods |
|---|---|
| Puerto Rican Ancestry | 26.5% |
| Jamaican Ancestry | 14.3% |
| Foreign Born | 15.6% |
| Native American Languages Spoken at Home | 2.7% |
Commute
Residents have longer commutes with a strong preference for train travel.
Boller Ave / Tillotson Ave is notable for its very high train commute share, making it ideal for train commuters.
High Train Use — Nearly 40% of commuters take the train, far above national averages.
Long Commutes — Most residents commute between 45 minutes and one hour.
| Train Commute Share | 39.8% |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone | 30.9% |
| Carpool | 9.6% |
| Longest Commute Range | 45-60 minutes |
Homes for sale near 10475
For-sale listings in this zip code. Open a property in HoodScore to run a safety report.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Boller Ave / Tillotson Ave?
The median home price is $228,955, cheaper than 82.8% of New York neighborhoods.
What is the child poverty rate?
78.0% of children live below the federal poverty line, higher than 99.2% of US neighborhoods.