Neighborhood summary

Living on Grand Avenue in Brooklyn, specifically at address 245, presents a unique challenge due to the high frequency of resident complaints, as indicated by the street's F grade and zero score. The primary issue residents grapple with is illegal parking, with a staggering 296 complaints, often leading to blocked driveways (81 complaints) and even blocked sidewalks (78 complaints). This not only poses an inconvenience but also creates accessibility issues for those with mobility challenges.

Noise pollution is another significant concern, with a total of 264 noise-related complaints. Residents frequently report loud music or parties (173 complaints), often emanating from particular apartments (115 complaints) or entire buildings (105 complaints), leading to sleep deprivation and disturbed peace. The noise doesn't just come from residential sources; street and sidewalk noise (79 complaints) further exacerbates the issue. To make matters worse, there have been instances of general construction or plumbing noise (103 complaints), adding to the overall cacophony.

Heat and hot water issues are also prevalent, with 220 complaints. This suggests that many residents may struggle with inconsistent or inadequate heating and hot water, especially during colder months. Additionally, unsanitary conditions (68 complaints) and rodent sightings (40 complaints) hint at potential hygiene and maintenance problems in the area. Other notable issues include door/window problems (55 complaints), improper parking permit use (43 complaints), and even pests (34 complaints). The nearby streets also face similar challenges, with grades ranging from C to F, indicating that the problems on Grand Avenue are not isolated but part of a broader neighborhood trend.

Despite these issues, the crime rate on Grand Avenue is relatively low, with only 4 felonies, 4 misdemeanors, and no violations reported. The top offenses include criminal mischief, felony assault, burglary, and assault 3 & related offenses, with each offense category having only one or two reported incidents. While this suggests that crime is not a major concern, the high number of quality-of-life issues indicates that residents face significant challenges in their daily lives.

311 complaints trend · 5.5/address → Stable

Crime trend 6 total

Noise Breakdown

What kind of noise is being reported?

311 Complaints

Notable buildings on Grand Avenue

What residents are reporting

Crime on Grand Avenue

Nearby streets