Neighborhood summary

Living on 216 Street in Queens, New York, is a challenging experience, as reflected by its abysmal grade of 'F' based on official city data. The streetscape is dominated by illegal parking, with 73 complaints, often involving vehicles without license plates, blocking access to driveways and hydrants. Residents frequently report blocked hydrants, with 31 instances recorded, raising serious fire safety concerns. Additionally, 31 reports of no access and 30 of partial access indicate persistent issues with blocked or narrow streets, likely due to the high volume of illegally parked vehicles and abandoned or derelict cars, of which there were 40 and 20 complaints respectively.

The street's poor condition is further evident in the numerous complaints about potholes (23), damaged and overgrown trees (38 and 20 respectively), and street conditions in general (31). Sewer issues and water system problems have also been reported, suggesting a lack of maintenance and upkeep. To add to the disarray, residents have reported loud music or parties (17), illegal residential conversions (17), and trash accumulation (15), contributing to a noisy and unsanitary environment. Despite these challenges, the nearby streets offer varying levels of safety and upkeep, with Stewart Road and Stronghurst Avenue earning 'B' and 'A' grades respectively, suggesting that improvement is possible with the right attention and resources.

311 complaints trend · 1.6/address → Stable

Noise Breakdown

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311 Complaints

Notable buildings on 216 Street

What residents are reporting

Crime on 216 Street

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