MANHATTAN · 81 addresses · 1 precincts
Living on East 126 Street in Manhattan is an experience that can be quite challenging, as reflected by its low grade and high number of resident complaints. The most pressing issue is noise, with a total of 43 complaints, many of which are related to loud music or parties that often extend into the late hours, disrupting the peace and quiet of the neighborhood. Residents have reported banging or pounding sounds, which could indicate construction work or rowdy behavior, adding to the overall noise pollution. The second most common complaint, illegal parking, further exacerbates the quality of life, with parked vehicles often blocking fire hydrants, sidewalks, and other essential infrastructure.
The street's F grade is not surprising given the presence of chronic issues such as trash and dirty conditions, with residents reporting five complaints each for these categories. The presence of homeless individuals seeking assistance on the street adds another layer of complexity to the situation. Although the crime statistics for the area are low, with no reported felonies, misdemeanors, or violations, the high number of complaints suggests that there are significant quality-of-life concerns that need to be addressed. The neighboring streets also fare poorly, with East 127 Street and East 128 Street both receiving D grades, indicating that the issues plaguing East 126 Street are not isolated but rather part of a larger trend in the area.
What kind of noise is being reported?
| Category | Count | Bar |
|---|---|---|
| Parking/Traffic | 46 | |
| Noise | 154 | |
| Maintenance | 607 | |
| Dirty/Trash | 24 | |
| Rodents/Pests | 207 | |
| Street Condition | 11 | |
| Safety | 91 | |
| Trees/Outdoor | 7 | |
| Water/Sewer | 17 | |
| Air Quality | 15 | |
| Other | 60 | |
| Total | 1239 |
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Felonies | 8 |
| Misdemeanors | 11 |
| Violations | 2 |
| Total | 21 |
| Building | Score | Issues |
|---|---|---|
| 107 East 126 Street | 0 | 748 |
| 158 East 126 Street | 35.7 | 78 |
| 51 East 126 Street | 43.0 | 42 |
| 302 East 126 Street | 60.9 | 40 |
| 318 East 126 Street | 72.0 | 40 |
| 18 East 126 Street | 77.1 | 30 |
| 21 East 126 Street | 79.7 | 21 |
| 322 East 126 Street | 89.4 | 14 |
| 30 East 126 Street | 90.5 | 10 |
| 36 East 126 Street | 91.0 | 15 |