Neighborhood summary

Living on 48 Street in Queens, based on official city data, presents a challenging environment for its residents. The street's grade of F, with a score of 0, reflects the numerous and persistent issues that plague the area. The most predominant complaint is illegal parking, with a staggering 464 reports, indicating that finding a legal parking spot is a constant struggle for residents. This is exacerbated by the high number of blocked driveways, with 198 reports, and abandoned vehicles, with 95 reports, further obstructing the street and causing inconvenience for residents.

Noise pollution is another significant issue on 48 Street, with 176 reports of residential noise and 96 reports of street/sidewalk noise. The high number of reports regarding loud music or parties (240 reports) suggests that noise disturbances, often occurring late at night, are a frequent occurrence. This persistent noise, coupled with the parking and traffic issues, creates a stressful and unsettling living environment for residents. The street's poor condition, with 79 reports, and the presence of trash (69 reports) and derelict vehicles (57 reports), contribute to a sense of disorder and neglect. Despite these challenges, residents have reported issues directly affecting their homes, with 266 reports about the entire building and 94 reports about individual apartments, indicating that the problems are widespread and affect both public and private spaces. The high crime rate, with 13 felonies and 42 misdemeanors reported, further compounds the issues, making 48 Street a less desirable place to live. The surrounding streets, such as Barnett Avenue and the nearby 47 to 51 Streets, also share similarly poor grades, suggesting that the problems on 48 Street are not isolated but part of a larger pattern affecting the entire neighborhood.

311 complaints trend · 3.5/address → Stable

Noise Breakdown

What kind of noise is being reported?

311 Complaints

Notable buildings on 48 Street

What residents are reporting

Crime on 48 Street

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