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Neighborhood summary
Living on West Street in Manhattan, at the address 180, presents a unique set of challenges, as reflected in the official city data's abysmal F grade. The street is a constant hubbub of noise, with a significant number of complaints about loud music or parties, often extending beyond the permissible hours, as indicated by the frequent 'NM1' codes for construction noise before or after hours. The issue of encampments is prevalent, with 166 complaints, suggesting a persistent presence of people living or congregating on the street, which can impact the safety, cleanliness, and overall quality of life for residents. Illegal parking, with 88 complaints, is another major issue, often leading to blocked fire hydrants or intersections, as hinted by the 'Blocked - Construction' and 'Equipment Complaint' reports.
The nearby streets, such as Joe DiMaggio Highway, Greenwich Street, and Washington Street, share a similarly low grade, suggesting that the problems on West Street are not isolated but part of a broader trend in the area. The high number of felonies, misdemeanors, and violations reported (38 in total) further underscores the sense of unease, with grand larceny and harassment topping the list of offenses. Despite these challenges, there are pockets of respite; Stuyvesant HS, nearby, has an A grade, indicating that not all streets in the vicinity face the same issues. However, for those living on West Street, the combination of noise, illegal activity, and the presence of encampments can make for a noisy, stressful, and potentially unsafe living environment.
311 complaints trend ยท 4.0/address โ Stable
Crime trend 5 total
Noise Breakdown
What kind of noise is being reported?
311 Complaints
| Category | Count | Distribution |
|---|---|---|
| Parking/Traffic | 117 | |
| Noise | 166 | |
| Maintenance | 75 | |
| Dirty/Trash | 41 | |
| Rodents/Pests | 22 | |
| Street Condition | 65 | |
| Safety | 230 | |
| Trees/Outdoor | 13 | |
| Water/Sewer | 15 | |
| Air Quality | 26 | |
| Food/Eating | 36 | |
| Other | 215 | |
| Total | 1021 |
Notable buildings on West Street
What residents are reporting
Crime on West Street
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Felonies | 14 |
| Misdemeanors | 16 |
| Violations | 8 |
| Total | 38 |
Most common offenses
GRAND LARCENY (9) HARRASSMENT 2 (8) ASSAULT 3 & RELATED OFFENSES (5) OFF. AGNST PUB ORD SENSBLTY & (4) BURGLARY (3)
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