Neighborhood summary

Living on Martense Street in Brooklyn is a challenge, as reflected by its F grade and the high number of resident complaints. The street is notorious for consistent issues with heat and hot water, with over 470 complaints, indicating that many residents struggle with uncomfortable temperatures, particularly during cold winter months. Illegal parking is another significant problem, with 146 complaints. The narrow street often becomes congested with vehicles, leading to blocked driveways (132 complaints) and even blocked fire hydrants (50 complaints), posing potential safety hazards. Noise pollution is also prevalent, with 98 residential noise complaints and 55 street/sidewalk noise complaints, suggesting that loud music and parties (109 complaints) are common disturbances. The sanitation issues are evident with 88 unsanitary condition complaints, 47 trash complaints, and 38 garbage/recycling storage complaints, indicating a lack of cleanliness and proper waste management. Furthermore, the presence of rodents (49 complaints) and mold (25 complaints) further compounds the living situation.

The crime statistics on Martense Street are also concerning, with a total of 65 criminal offenses reported, including 23 felonies and 23 misdemeanors. The most frequently reported offenses are harassment (19 incidents), petit larceny (11 incidents), and felony assault (7 incidents), indicating a mix of property crimes and violent incidents. Despite these challenges, life on Martense Street is not entirely bleak. Nearby streets such as Lloyd Street (Grade B) and Johnson Place (Grade A) offer glimpses of better living conditions, suggesting that improvements could potentially be made with adequate attention and resources.

311 complaints trend · 8.0/address → Stable

Crime trend 170 total

Noise Breakdown

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Notable buildings on Martense Street

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Crime on Martense Street

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