Neighborhood summary

Living on Hillside Terrace in Staten Island offers a blend of suburban and urban living experiences, with a C grade that reflects a need for improvement in certain areas, as indicated by the official city data. Residents here are surrounded by well-maintained streets like Ocean Road and Cottage Avenue, but Hillside Terrace itself faces challenges that impact the quality of life.

One of the most frequent issues is missed waste collection, with 12 complaints, suggesting that residents struggle with keeping their blocks clean due to inconsistent garbage pickup. Illegal parking is another persistent problem, with 11 complaints, which not only blocks driveways (a separate concern with 6 complaints) but also poses potential safety hazards. The street conditions are also a source of frustration, with 7 complaints about potholes, cracks, and rough surfaces, making driving and walking difficult and uncomfortable. Additionally, 4 complaints about blocked hydrants highlight a fire safety concern, as access to these critical resources must be kept clear at all times.

Despite these challenges, Hillside Terrace has a low crime rate, with only 1 violation reported, indicating that it remains a relatively safe place to live. However, the noise from loud music or parties that residents have reported could be a sign of a lack of community oversight or enforcement of noise regulations. To improve the overall grade and quality of life, residents and city officials could work together to address these specific issues, such as ensuring consistent waste collection, improving street conditions, and enforcing parking regulations.

311 complaints trend · 1.5/address → Stable

311 Complaints

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Crime on Hillside Terrace

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