Neighborhood summary

Living on 196 Place in Queens, with a street grade of F, presents residents with several challenges, as indicated by the numerous complaints and specific problems reported. The street is plagued by chronic issues such as illegal and abandoned vehicles, with a significant number of complaints (17 for illegal parking, 14 for abandoned vehicles, and 5 for derelict vehicles) suggesting that parking enforcement is a persistent issue. Residents also grapple with noise pollution, particularly from loud music or parties, with 9 complaints, and damaged or overgrown trees, with 9 and 7 complaints respectively, likely causing obstruction and safety concerns.

The street's condition is further exacerbated by blocked hydrants (10 complaints), which pose a serious risk in case of fires, and blocked driveways (6 complaints), hindering access to and from homes. Additionally, issues with sidewalks (8 complaints) and street conditions (4 complaints) suggest that basic infrastructure maintenance is lacking. The presence of snow or ice, sewer problems, and lead kit requests also indicate that the city's utility services may not be adequately addressing residents' needs.

Despite these challenges, 196 Place is not without its positives. The nearby Saul Weprin Playground, with a grade of A, offers residents a clean and safe space for recreation and leisure. However, the proximity of other streets with similarly low grades, such as 206 Street and 71 Crescent, both with a grade of F, suggests that the area as a whole may be struggling with similar issues.

In terms of crime, 196 Place has seen a relatively low number of incidents, with 2 felonies, 2 misdemeanors, and 0 violations reported. The top offenses include grand larceny, burglary, vehicle and traffic laws, and frauds, indicating that while crime may not be an overwhelming issue, residents should still remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities to the appropriate authorities.

311 complaints trend · 1.8/address → Stable

Crime trend 27 total

Noise Breakdown

What kind of noise is being reported?

311 Complaints

Notable buildings on 196 Place

What residents are reporting

Crime on 196 Place

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