Neighborhood summary

Living on West Street in Brooklyn, specifically around 264 West Street, is a challenging experience, as evidenced by the city's data. The street has consistently received an 'F' grade, indicating significant issues that impact the quality of life for its residents. The most pressing concern is illegal parking, with a staggering 599 complaints, often leading to blocked driveways (237 complaints) and even blocked hydrants (339 complaints), which pose serious safety and fire hazard risks. This chronic issue causes inconvenience and can impede emergency services' access to the street.

Noisy disturbances are another significant problem, with 101 noise complaints ranging from residential noise (58) to loud music or parties (51). These issues can disrupt sleep and create an unpleasant living environment, especially when they occur late at night or early in the morning. Additionally, there are frequent complaints about the condition of the street (26), indicating potholes, cracked pavement, or other infrastructure issues that can damage vehicles and make walking difficult.

The crime rate, while not alarmingly high, is notable, with a total of 12 criminal offenses reported within a year, including assaults, burglaries, and larcenies. This can create an atmosphere of concern and unease among residents, despite the nearby streets like Coney Island Avenue and H Avenue having much lower crime rates and higher grades. The maintenance or facility complaints (50), along with frequent heat/hot water issues (97), suggest that the buildings in the area might not be well-maintained, further contributing to the overall low quality of life for residents.

311 complaints trend · 4.4/address → Stable

Noise Breakdown

What kind of noise is being reported?

311 Complaints

Notable buildings on West Street

What residents are reporting

Crime on West Street

Nearby streets