MANHATTAN · 150 addresses · 3 precincts
Living on Allen Street in Manhattan is an experience that can be both vibrant and challenging, as indicated by the official city data. The street is bustling with activity, particularly at night, with frequent noise complaints ranging from loud music and parties to loud talking and banging on walls. Residents have reported over 300 incidents of loud music or parties alone, suggesting a persistent noise issue that can disrupt sleep and daily life. This is likely exacerbated by the proximity to bars, clubs, and late-night establishments, reflected in the high number of commercial noise complaints.
The street also grapples with visual blight, with graffiti being a significant issue, as reported by over 100 residents. This can contribute to a sense of disorder and neglect. Moreover, illegal parking is a recurrent problem, with over 70 complaints, often leading to blocked fire hydrants or impeding emergency vehicle access. This, coupled with unauthorized bus layovers, can make navigating the street challenging and stressful.
Despite these challenges, the street has a diverse and resilient community. The high number of heat/hot water complaints (58) suggests that residents are proactive in ensuring their basic needs are met. The presence of encampments (41 complaints) indicates that the street may be used as a temporary shelter by some, highlighting the broader issue of homelessness in the city. The street's crime statistics, while not excessively high, suggest a need for vigilance, with grand larceny being the most common offense. Overall, life on Allen Street is a balance of dealing with persistent issues while also being part of a dynamic urban community.
What kind of noise is being reported?
| Category | Count | Bar |
|---|---|---|
| Parking/Traffic | 80 | |
| Noise | 494 | |
| Maintenance | 132 | |
| Dirty/Trash | 47 | |
| Rodents/Pests | 38 | |
| Street Condition | 150 | |
| Safety | 136 | |
| Trees/Outdoor | 2 | |
| Water/Sewer | 10 | |
| Air Quality | 44 | |
| Food/Eating | 13 | |
| Other | 184 | |
| Total | 1330 |
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Felonies | 18 |
| Misdemeanors | 16 |
| Violations | 5 |
| Total | 39 |
| Building | Score | Issues |
|---|---|---|
| 162 Allen Street | 0 | 68 |
| 136 Allen Street | 0 | 28 |
| 45 Allen Street | 35.6 | 61 |
| 127 Allen Street | 47.4 | 56 |
| 27 Allen Street | 49.2 | 104 |
| 75 Allen Street | 51.8 | 53 |
| 151 Allen Street | 53.7 | 60 |
| 189 Allen Street | 55.4 | 36 |
| 102 Allen Street | 61.2 | 14 |
| 182 Allen Street | 62.8 | 22 |