Neighborhood summary

Living on 218 Street in Queens, New York, presents a unique set of challenges, as reflected by the city's data and the street's grade of F. Residents are often subjected to a cacophony of noise, with the most prevalent issue being residential noise complaints, totaling 81. This includes frequent reports of loud music and parties, with a specific count of 61 incidents. The noise is not confined to late-night hours, but also occurs during the day, likely disrupting both work-from-home professionals and students trying to study. The lack of parking regulation is another significant issue, with 181 illegal parking complaints, leading to blocked driveways (52 complaints) and even blocked fire hydrants (22 complaints), which poses a serious safety hazard in case of a fire.

The water system on 218 Street also presents problems, with 57 complaints, including reports of no water supply (21 complaints) and damaged or overgrown trees affecting the water lines (40 and 38 complaints, respectively). The street conditions are also subpar, with 23 complaints, likely due to potholes, cracks, or other damage that could make walking and driving difficult and dangerous. Adding to the inconvenience, there are also 30 missed collection complaints, indicating lapses in garbage and recycling services.

The crime statistics for 218 Street are also concerning, with a total of 31 felonies, 15 misdemeanors, and 6 violations. The most common offenses are harassment (6 incidents), assault (5 incidents), and petit larceny (5 incidents), suggesting a prevalence of both violent and property crimes. Compared to nearby streets, such as the well-maintained White Hall Terrace (Grade A), the conditions on 218 Street are notably poor, indicating a need for increased community involvement and city services to improve the quality of life for its residents.

311 complaints trend · 2.2/address → Stable

Crime trend 21 total

Noise Breakdown

What kind of noise is being reported?

311 Complaints

Notable buildings on 218 Street

What residents are reporting

Crime on 218 Street

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