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BROOKLYN ยท Hegeman Avenue 220 addresses ยท 2 precincts
Noise
Very loud
Pests
Infested
Safety
Dangerous
Maintenance
Poor
Cleanliness
Filthy
646
Noise
complaints
135
Rodent/
pest issues
22
Felonies
this year
64
Total
crimes

Neighborhood summary

Living on Hegeman Avenue in Brooklyn is an experience marked by a constant struggle against noise pollution and a array of maintenance issues. Residents are plagued by persistent noise, with "Loud Music/Party" being the most reported complaint, totaling over 500 instances. The noise isn't limited to nights; it permeates all hours of the day, with both residential and commercial sources contributing to the cacophony. The relentless din of parties, amplified music, and arguments has likely become a daily norm for those who call this street home, potentially leading to chronic stress and sleep deprivation.

The street's grade of 'F' is a stark indicator of the severe challenges faced by residents. Illegal parking is rampant, with 184 complaints, often leading to blocked driveways and fire hydrants. Unsanitary conditions and plumbing issues are also prevalent, with 125 and 104 complaints respectively. The lack of heat and hot water, with 237 complaints, is a significant issue, especially during the cold Brooklyn winters. Moreover, pest issues, with 87 complaints, suggest that the overall cleanliness and maintenance of the area leave much to be desired.

Contrasting the chaos of Hegeman Avenue are the nearby streets, some of which have received grades of 'A', indicating a stark difference in living conditions. Vansinderen Avenue and its variations nearby present a stark contrast, with significantly lower noise levels, better parking conditions, and fewer maintenance issues. Yet, for those living on Hegeman Avenue, the promise of peace and order seems distant, overshadowed by the constant struggle against noise, poor maintenance, and sanitation issues.

311 complaints trend ยท 7.9/address โ†’ Stable

Crime trend 76 total

Noise Breakdown

What kind of noise is being reported?

Music/Party
520
80%
Neighbors
82
13%
Construction
0
0%
Traffic/Cars
0
0%
Other Noise
0
0%

311 Complaints

CategoryCountDistribution
Parking/Traffic 330
Noise 646
Maintenance 685
Dirty/Trash 67
Rodents/Pests 135
Street Condition 37
Safety 14
Trees/Outdoor 17
Water/Sewer 32
Air Quality 16
Food/Eating 7
Other 132
Total2118

What residents are reporting

Noise - Street/Sidewalk (299) Noise - Residential (265) HEAT/HOT WATER (237) Illegal Parking (184) UNSANITARY CONDITION (125) PLUMBING (104) Blocked Driveway (103) DOOR/WINDOW (82) PAINT/PLASTER (67) Noise - Commercial (62)

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Crime on Hegeman Avenue

CategoryCount
Felonies22
Misdemeanors25
Violations17
Total64

Most common offenses

HARRASSMENT 2 (17) ASSAULT 3 & RELATED OFFENSES (10) MISCELLANEOUS PENAL LAW (8) CRIMINAL MISCHIEF & RELATED OF (7) PETIT LARCENY (5)