Neighborhood summary

Living on Brown Street in Brooklyn can be a challenge, with a city grade of F indicating significant issues that need addressing. Residents have to contend with a persistent problem of illegal parking, with over 340 complaints, often leading to blocked hydrants, sidewalks, and even crosswalks. This not only creates navigational obstacles for pedestrians and emergency services but also poses a fire safety hazard, as blocked hydrants can hamper firefighting efforts. The frequent presence of abandoned and derelict vehicles further compounds these issues, with residents reporting almost 60 vehicles without license plates or with Posted Parking Sign Violations.

Abandoned vehicles also create visual blight and can contribute to a sense of disorder and neglect in the neighborhood. The lack of proper disposal of residential waste, with over 10 complaints, adds to the visual pollution and can attract pests. The high number of complaints regarding water system and general construction/plumbing issues suggests that many residents are dealing with leaky pipes, flooding, or other water-related problems, likely due to the age of the infrastructure and lack of maintenance.

The street's surroundings do not offer much respite, as nearby streets like Batchelder, Ford, Haring, and Voorhies Avenue also have poor grades, indicating that the issues are not isolated to Brown Street. In contrast, Mesereau Court, just a short distance away, boasts an A grade, highlighting the stark difference in living conditions and quality of life between these neighboring streets.

Despite the numerous complaints and the poor living conditions, crime statistics for Brown Street are relatively low, with only 4 felonies reported, suggesting that the issues plaguing the street are more related to neglect and lack of upkeep rather than criminal activity. However, the presence of felony assault and grand larceny, including grand larceny of a motor vehicle, indicates that residents must remain vigilant and take necessary precautions to ensure their safety and protect their property.

311 complaints trend · 3.3/address → Stable

Crime trend 42 total

311 Complaints

Notable buildings on Brown Street

What residents are reporting

Crime on Brown Street

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