Neighborhood summary

Living on Tapscott Street in Brooklyn is an experience that's far from seamless, as reflected by its overall grade of 'F'. The most prevalent issue residents face is noise pollution, with a staggering 209 complaints about residential noise alone, indicating a persistent problem that significantly impacts their quality of life. The root causes of this noise are multifaceted, with 'Loud Music/Party' being the most cited, totaling 158 complaints. This suggests a culture of late-night revelry, with parties that often spill onto the streets, as evidenced by the 22 complaints regarding 'Noise - Street/Sidewalk'. The noise isn't just limited to music; 'Banging/Pounding' (50 complaints) and 'Loud Television' (20 complaints) also contribute to the din, with both 'Apartment Only' and 'Entire Building' being affected, as seen in the 51 and 33 complaints respectively.

The street's problems don't stop at noise. Physical infrastructure and maintenance issues are also significant. With 84 complaints about 'HEAT/HOT WATER', residents likely face inconsistent or inadequate heating and hot water supplies, especially during the colder months. Moreover, 'UNSANITARY CONDITION' (48 complaints) and 'PLUMBING' (45 complaints) issues suggest subpar living conditions, with potential health and safety risks. The 'PAINT/PLASTER' (51 complaints) and 'WATER LEAK' (37 complaints) issues also point to a lack of upkeep and maintenance in many buildings. Adding to these woes are reports of 'Pests' (29 complaints), indicating an infestation problem that could be exacerbated by unsanitary conditions.

Parking and accessibility are also significant challenges. 'Illegal Parking' (23 complaints) and 'Blocked Driveway' (22 complaints) indicate parking congestion and accessibility issues, which can be frustrating and time-consuming for residents. Nearby streets like Eastern Parkway Extension and Saratoga Avenue also have similarly low grades, suggesting that these issues are not isolated to Tapscott Street, but rather seem to be prevalent in the surrounding area.

Lastly, crime is present, with a total of 24 incidents including 8 felonies, 11 misdemeanors, and 5 violations. The most common offenses are 'HARRASSMENT' (5), 'ASSAULT 3 & RELATED OFFENSES' (4), and 'FELONY ASSAULT' (3), suggesting a concerning level of violence and intimidation on the

311 complaints trend · 8.9/address → Stable

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Noise Breakdown

What kind of noise is being reported?

311 Complaints

Notable buildings on Tapscott Street

What residents are reporting

Crime on Tapscott Street

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