NYC Report Card

East 79 Street

F — 0

MANHATTAN · 125 addresses · 2 precincts

Should you live here? F — 0

🔇
Noise
Very loud
🐀
Pests
Pest issues
🔒
Safety
Safe
🏠
Maintenance
Poor
🧹
Cleanliness
Dirty
108
Noise
complaints
28
Rodent/
pest issues
1
Felonies
this year
1
Total
crimes

Living on East 79th Street in Manhattan can be a challenging experience, as indicated by the street's low grade and the plethora of complaints from residents. The most pressing issue is the rampant illegal parking, with a staggering 30 complaints, including violations like posted parking sign infractions and double-parked vehicles blocking others. This not only causes traffic congestion but also poses safety risks, as cars may block hydrants or emergency vehicle paths. The snow and ice accumulation during winter months also presents a significant problem, with 21 complaints, which can make walking and driving dangerous.

Noise pollution is another substantial concern, with a combined 17 complaints regarding noise from the street and sidewalks, as well as residential noise, such as loud music or parties. This is particularly distressing, as the street is close to several schools and hospitals, where quiet is essential. Additionally, there have been reports of homeless individuals on the street, with 5 assistance requests, which can lead to various issues, including littering and public urination. The street's condition is also a point of concern, with 11 complaints about potholes, defective hardware, and sidewalks in disrepair. The nearby streets also share similar issues, with East 78th, 80th, and 77th Streets all receiving an F grade. In terms of crime, there have been 39 incidents reported, with grand larceny, harassment, and petit larceny being the most common offenses.

311 complaints trend · 4.1/address → Stable

Crime trend 3 total

Noise Breakdown

What kind of noise is being reported?

Music/Party
20
19%
Neighbors
22
20%
Construction
31
29%
Traffic/Cars
0
0%
Other Noise
14
13%

311 Complaints

CategoryCountBar
Parking/Traffic 86
Noise 108
Maintenance 89
Dirty/Trash 34
Rodents/Pests 28
Street Condition 105
Safety 92
Trees/Outdoor 6
Water/Sewer 20
Air Quality 34
Food/Eating 8
Other 132
Total742

Crime on East 79 Street

CategoryCount
Felonies1
Misdemeanors0
Violations0
Total1

Most common offenses

GRAND LARCENY (1)

What residents are reporting

Street Condition (82) Illegal Parking (74) Noise (53) HEAT/HOT WATER (49) Encampment (49) Noise - Residential (37) Lost Property (26) Homeless Person Assistance (26) Lead (21) General Construction/Plumbing (19)

Notable buildings on East 79 Street

BuildingScoreIssues
404 East 79 Street 53.9 34
532 East 79 Street 64.4 8
400 East 79 Street 73.2 16
402 East 79 Street 77.5 12
239 East 79 Street 78.5 16
542 East 79 Street 82.5 27
413 East 79 Street 83.9 16
308 East 79 Street 84.5 20
301 East 79 Street 85.2 22
322 East 79 Street 86.6 21

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