NYC Report Card

Bowne Street

B — 83.9

BROOKLYN · 12 addresses · 1 precincts

Should you live here? B — 83.9

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Noise
Moderate
🐀
Pests
Clean
🔒
Safety
Safe
🏠
Maintenance
Good
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Cleanliness
Spotless
9
Noise
complaints
0
Rodent/
pest issues
0
Felonies
this year
2
Total
crimes

Living on Bowne Street in Brooklyn is a dynamic experience, with a unique blend of urban energy and community engagement. The street's B grade reflects a balanced quality of life, with both strengths and areas that residents actively work to improve.

Illegal parking is a recurring issue, with residents reporting eight instances of vehicles parked in prohibited areas. This often leads to blockages, making it difficult for emergency services to navigate the street and for residents to enjoy unrestricted access to their homes. The presence of unauthorized bus layovers and posted parking sign violations further exacerbates this problem. Despite these challenges, residents have taken initiatives to address these issues, with four reports of vehicles parked in contravention of signs, indicating a level of civic awareness and involvement.

Noise pollution is another significant concern, with five reports of residential noise and four instances of loud music or parties. This suggests a vibrant community, but one that occasionally needs to strike a balance between sociability and quiet enjoyment. The noise appears to be manageable, with residents understanding the importance of respecting each other's peace and quiet, as indicated by the absence of noise complaints outside regular hours.

The street's condition is another area of concern, with four reports of potholes and three of damaged street signs. These issues not only pose a safety hazard for pedestrians and cyclists but also mar the aesthetic appeal of the street. However, with a grade of B, it's clear that the city is responsive to these issues and working to maintain the street's infrastructure.

Despite these challenges, life on Bowne Street is relatively safe, with no reported felonies and only two misdemeanors, both related to vehicle and traffic laws. This suggests a strong sense of community and a shared commitment to keeping the street safe and well-maintained. The diversity in grades of nearby streets indicates that while Bowne Street faces its own set of unique challenges, it also benefits from the positive influence of its neighbors.

311 complaints trend (limited data: 27 complaints) · 2.2/address → Stable

Crime trend 10 total

Noise Breakdown

What kind of noise is being reported?

Music/Party
4
44%
Neighbors
3
33%
Construction
0
0%
Traffic/Cars
0
0%
Other Noise
1
11%

311 Complaints

CategoryCountBar
Parking/Traffic 9
Noise 9
Maintenance 1
Street Condition 4
Water/Sewer 3
Other 9
Total35

Crime on Bowne Street

CategoryCount
Felonies0
Misdemeanors2
Violations0
Total2

Most common offenses

VEHICLE AND TRAFFIC LAWS (2)

What residents are reporting

Illegal Parking (8) Noise - Residential (5) Street Condition (4) Taxi Complaint (3) Water System (3) Street Sign - Missing (2) Illegal Tree Damage (1) Noise - Commercial (1) Plumbing (1) Street Sign - Damaged (1)

Notable buildings on Bowne Street

BuildingScoreIssues
41 Bowne Street 91.9 8
87 Bowne Street 98.0 9
75 Bowne Street 98.9 4
100 Bowne Street 99.0 2
72 Bowne Street 99.2 4
113 Bowne Street 99.2 1
65 Bowne Street 99.5 1
74 Bowne Street 99.6 2
1 Bowne Street 99.7 1
47 Bowne Street 99.7 1

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