Neighborhood summary

Living on East 74th Street in Manhattan, where the city's official grade is a dismal F, presents a daily challenge of navigating through a maze of seemingly relentless issues. The most prominent of these is the persistent problem of illegal parking, with residents and passersby frequently finding themselves frustrated by vehicles parked haphazardly, blocking driveways, and obstructing hydrants. The latter, a significant safety hazard, has been reported on seven occasions, with residents expressing concern about the potential risks during emergency situations.

The street is also plagued by a cacophony of noise pollution, with both residential and vehicle noise complaints topping the list. The most irritating culprits are loud music and parties, which have been reported a staggering 18 times, followed by car and truck horns blaring at all hours of the day and night. This constant din is exacerbated by the fact that the surrounding streets, from East 73rd to East 76th, also share the same low grade, suggesting that the noise issue is not isolated to just one street but permeates the entire neighborhood. Despite these challenges, the street remains relatively safe, with a low crime rate consisting mostly of non-violent misdemeanors.

311 complaints trend · 4.5/address → Stable

Crime trend 39 total

Noise Breakdown

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311 Complaints

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Crime on East 74 Street

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