BROOKLYN · 163 addresses · 2 precincts
Living on Meeker Avenue in Brooklyn can be a challenging experience, as reflected by its dismal grade of F and a score of 0 based on official city data. The street is plagued by a multitude of issues, with illegal parking being the most prevalent complaint, totaling 99 reports. Vehicles are often parked haphazardly, blocking fire hydrants, sidewalks, and even entire lanes, causing significant traffic congestion and safety concerns. This is exacerbated by the high number of noise complaints, both from commercial and residential sources, with 84 and 57 reports respectively. The most prominent noise offenders are loud music and parties, with 137 specific reports, which can extend well into the night, disturbing the peace and quiet of the neighborhood.
The visual aesthetic of Meeker Avenue is marred by graffiti, with 83 reports, and unsanitary conditions, with 30 reports, including trash and illegal dumping. The streets themselves are in poor condition, with numerous potholes and blocked sidewalks, making it difficult and sometimes dangerous for pedestrians to navigate. The presence of encampments, with 79 reports, further contributes to the street's unsanitary and unsafe environment. Despite these issues, crime rates on Meeker Avenue are relatively low, with only 0 felonies, 4 misdemeanors, and 2 violations reported. However, the top offenses include harassment, assault, and petit larceny, indicating that tensions and petty crimes do occur among the residents. Compared to nearby streets, such as the well-maintained Meeker Street with a grade of A, Meeker Avenue stands out as an area in desperate need of improvement.
What kind of noise is being reported?
| Category | Count | Bar |
|---|---|---|
| Parking/Traffic | 152 | |
| Noise | 182 | |
| Maintenance | 98 | |
| Dirty/Trash | 78 | |
| Rodents/Pests | 50 | |
| Street Condition | 183 | |
| Safety | 108 | |
| Trees/Outdoor | 3 | |
| Water/Sewer | 23 | |
| Air Quality | 17 | |
| Food/Eating | 6 | |
| Other | 112 | |
| Total | 1012 |
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Felonies | 0 |
| Misdemeanors | 4 |
| Violations | 2 |
| Total | 6 |
| Building | Score | Issues |
|---|---|---|
| 729 Meeker Avenue | 52.3 | 47 |
| 579 Meeker Avenue | 63.9 | 78 |
| 240 Meeker Avenue | 72.1 | 22 |
| 545 Meeker Avenue | 75.9 | 28 |
| 695 Meeker Avenue | 76.0 | 28 |
| 451 Meeker Avenue | 77.7 | 26 |
| 235 Meeker Avenue | 82.0 | 15 |
| 445 Meeker Avenue | 82.5 | 26 |
| 171 Meeker Avenue | 82.7 | 8 |
| 352 Meeker Avenue | 83.7 | 15 |