Neighborhood summary

Living on East Fifth Street in Manhattan, as indicated by the high grade of A (score: 97.0), generally offers a safe and well-maintained environment. The street is surrounded by other well-rated streets, with only one nearby street (St. Mark's Place) sharing the same A-grade, suggesting a general sense of order and cleanliness in the area. The absence of felonies, misdemeanors, and violations in the official crime data further underscores this sense of security.

However, a closer look at the top complaints reveals some specific challenges residents face. Illegal parking is the most prevalent issue, with two complaints, likely causing inconvenience and potential safety hazards. Two reports of blocked sidewalks suggest that pedestrians might face obstacles, which could be particularly problematic for those with mobility challenges. A single complaint each for residential disposal, non-emergency police matter, driver complaint, and waste not separated indicates that while these issues are not pervasive, they still warrant attention. The "other" complaint, with details not specified, could range from noise disturbances, such as loud music or parties, to infrastructure issues like potholes or damaged sidewalks. These specific problems, while not overwhelming, highlight the need for ongoing maintenance and community engagement to ensure the street remains a comfortable place to live.

Limited data — only 5 complaints in 12 months. Not enough for a reliable trend chart.

Crime trend 6 total

311 Complaints

Notable buildings on East Fifth Street

What residents are reporting

Crime on East Fifth Street

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