F 0
BROOKLYN ยท East 68 Street 78 addresses ยท 1 precinct
Noise
Loud
Pests
Some pests
Safety
Very safe
Maintenance
Needs work
Cleanliness
Average
25
Noise
complaints
8
Rodent/
pest issues
0
Felonies
this year
0
Total
crimes

Neighborhood summary

Living on East 68th Street in Brooklyn is a challenge, as indicated by its grade of F and a score of 0 out of 100, based on official city data. The most pressing issue is illegal parking, with a staggering 308 complaints, often leading to double-parked vehicles blocking traffic (120 complaints) and even blocking fire hydrants (127 complaints), which poses a significant safety risk. This parking chaos is further exacerbated by derelict and abandoned vehicles (14 complaints each), some of which may be blocking driveways (17 complaints) or sidewalks (29 complaints), hindering accessibility for residents.

Noise pollution is another prominent concern, with 12 complaints about residential noise and 9 about street/sidewalk noise. Residents often report loud music or parties (15 complaints), which can disrupt sleep and daily life, especially when these events occur late at night. Despite these challenges, crime rates on East 68th Street are low, with no reported felonies, misdemeanors, or violations, which might indicate that the community is more affected by quality of life issues rather than serious criminal activities. The stark contrast in grades with nearby streets like Bergen Beach Place or Georgetown Lane highlights the unique struggles faced by residents of East 68th Street.

311 complaints trend ยท 3.4/address โ†“ Decreasing

Noise Breakdown

What kind of noise is being reported?

Music/Party
15
60%
Neighbors
4
16%
Construction
0
0%
Traffic/Cars
0
0%
Other Noise
0
0%

311 Complaints

CategoryCountDistribution
Parking/Traffic 354
Noise 25
Maintenance 22
Dirty/Trash 11
Rodents/Pests 8
Street Condition 1
Safety 2
Trees/Outdoor 6
Water/Sewer 9
Other 30
Total468

What residents are reporting

Illegal Parking (308) School Maintenance (18) Blocked Driveway (17) Derelict Vehicles (14) Abandoned Vehicle (14) Noise - Residential (12) Noise - Street/Sidewalk (9) Water System (8) HEAT/HOT WATER (7) Missed Collection (6)

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Crime on East 68 Street

CategoryCount
Felonies0
Misdemeanors0
Violations0
Total0