Neighborhood summary

Living on 164 Street in Queens, particularly around the 600 block, is a challenge, as indicated by its F grade and the high volume of complaints. Residents here face a relentless barrage of noise, with the most common culprits being vehicles and residential sources. The street echoes with the blare of car horns, the thumping bass of loud music, and the constant banging and pounding from nearby buildings. Drugs are openly used and traded, with over 5600 complaints, contributing to a palpable sense of lawlessness and discomfort for residents. Illegal parking is another significant issue, with over 800 complaints, often leading to blocked driveways, fire hydrants, and even entire buildings. Access to parking is so limited that residents have resorted to leaving their vehicles on the street, leading to numerous abandoned vehicle complaints.

The quality of life on 164 Street is further compromised by the poor state of the streets themselves, with numerous complaints about unsanitary conditions and street conditions in general. The lack of heat and hot water in some buildings is another pressing issue, with over 250 complaints. The high crime rate, including felonies, misdemeanors, and violations, further exacerbates the situation, with harassment, petit larceny, and assault being the most common offenses. The street's proximity to other poorly graded streets, such as 160 Street, Goethals Avenue, 163 Street, Union Turnpike, and 82 Avenue, suggests a larger, systemic issue that the city needs to address. Living on 164 Street requires resilience and a high tolerance for chaos, with residents navigating a constant stream of noise, disorder, and crime.

311 complaints trend · 12.5/address → Stable

Crime trend 11 total

Noise Breakdown

What kind of noise is being reported?

311 Complaints

Notable buildings on 164 Street

What residents are reporting

Crime on 164 Street

Nearby streets