Neighborhood Spotlight
Is W 145th St / Adam Clayton Powell Jr Blvd a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe2229
Medium1231
Low1488
Other2887
124 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape45
Child involved34
Assault21
Other38
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, officers responded to a report of a male refusing to leave the service gate area at the East 181 Street station on the A line. Multiple units were requested to check the location and handle the disorderly person complaint. | St, New York, NY 10033 | Disturbance |
| 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, emergency units are dispatched to investigate a reported odor of gas near West 94th Street by Riverside Drive and West End Avenue in Manhattan. | W 94th St, New York, NY 10025 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a male patient is being transported to Lenox Hill hospital with paramedics from units West Side 46 and 67 on board. | E 77th St, New York, NY 10075 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical transport is updating about a patient near W 154th St. The patient's blood sugar is being checked. | W 154th St, New York, NY | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical emergency is reported in an alley near West 58th Street and 12th Avenue with units 901 and 903 responding. Access is via left then second right turn; the scene faces the building. | W 58th St & 12th Ave, New York, NY 10019 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received an additional call about two men in dark clothing reported as suspicious near 110th Street in the Central Park North area. Units were advised and appear to be checking the situation. | Central Pk N, New York, NY | Suspicious Activity |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews were dispatched to a residential building near Myrtle Avenue for a reported fire alarm activation in an upstairs unit. The caller reported no visible fire or smoke, only an active alarm sounding. | Myrtle Ave Unit B, Edgewater, NJ 07020 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers broadcast a confirmed missing elderly person from a residential building near Convent Avenue in New York. The man, who reportedly has dementia and poor mental condition, was last seen at his residence and may attempt to take the A train toward the Canarsie area. | Convent Ave, New York, NY 10031 | Missing Person |
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Median Home Price
$1,183,724
Average Rent
$2,250
Vacancy Rate
3.1%
Overview
This neighborhood in New York, NY is densely urban with a median home price of $1,183,724 and average rent of $2,250.
Housing is almost entirely apartment complexes with very high renter occupancy and a vacancy rate below the national median.
Historic ApartmentsHigh DensityPredominantly Renter Occupied
Quick Facts
| Vacancy Rate | 3.1% |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Housing is fully composed of apartment complexes or high-rises, mostly renter occupied, with many units built before 1940.
| Renter Occupied | 98.1% |
|---|---|
| Apartment Complexes/High-Rises | 100.0% |
| Small Units (1-2 bedrooms) | Not specified |
What buyers will notice right away
Owner-occupied housing is very rare here.
The neighborhood is one of the most densely populated with mostly historic apartments.
Families & Lifestyle
The neighborhood has a diverse cultural mix with a high rate of childhood poverty and a variety of occupations.
Diverse Occupations — Residents work mainly in clerical, sales, executive, and manufacturing jobs.
High Childhood Poverty — A very high percentage of children live below the poverty line.
| Children Below Poverty Line | 76.7% |
|---|---|
| Clerical, Assistant & Tech Support Share | 33.5% |
Demographics
| Per Capita Income | Lower than 97.5% of US neighborhoods |
|---|---|
| Clerical, Assistant & Tech Support Share | 33.5% |
| Sub-Saharan African Ancestry | 13.0% |
| Dominican Ancestry | 11.4% |
| African Language Speakers | 4.4% |
| Foreign Born Residents | 23.0% |
Commute
Residents mostly use public transit, with high bus, train, and bicycle commuting rates and moderate commute times.
W 145th St / Adam Clayton Powell Jr Blvd offers excellent transit options including bus, train, and bike commuting.
High Bus and Train Ridership — Nearly half commute by train and over a quarter by bus, both well above national averages.
Leading Bicycle Commuting — Nearly 8% bike to work, among the highest rates nationally.
| Train Commute Rate | 47.5% |
|---|---|
| Bus Commute Rate | 26.0% |
| Bicycle Commute Rate | 7.8% |
| Most Common Commute Time | 45-60 minutes |
Homes for sale near 10039
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the housing type?
The neighborhood is fully composed of apartment complexes or high-rises, mostly renter occupied.
How dense is the population?
With over 115,000 people per square mile, it is one of the densest neighborhoods in the US.
What are common commute methods?
Train, bus, and bicycle commuting are all very common here.