NYC Report Card

Eighth Avenue

C — 74.0

MANHATTAN · 18 addresses · 3 precincts

Should you live here? C — 74.0

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Noise
Moderate
🐀
Pests
Clean
🔒
Safety
Very safe
🏠
Maintenance
Excellent
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Cleanliness
Clean
9
Noise
complaints
0
Rodent/
pest issues
0
Felonies
this year
0
Total
crimes

Living on Eighth Avenue in Manhattan presents a unique urban experience, with a mix of bustling commercial activity and residential life, as reflected in its grade of C (74.0). The street is primarily known for its lively atmosphere, with the top complaint being noise from commercial activities, particularly loud banging or pounding, which can be quite disruptive for residents. This is likely due to the numerous businesses operating along the avenue, including restaurants, bars, and retail stores. Despite the noise, the street seems to be relatively safe, with no reported felonies, misdemeanors, or violations in the nearby area.

Another notable issue is the presence of homeless individuals, with multiple requests for assistance and reports of panhandling. This is not uncommon in New York City, but it's a stark reminder of the city's ongoing struggle with homelessness. Additionally, there are consistent reports of illegal parking, which can be problematic for residents trying to find a spot, and blocked fire hydrants, which is a serious safety concern. The street's sidewalks also pose some challenges, with broken sections and excessive debris reported. While the city is working to address these issues, as evidenced by the 'Removal Request' reports, the progress seems slow. Residents also express concerns about for-hire vehicle complaints, suggesting that traffic management could be improved in the area. Despite these challenges, Eighth Avenue offers convenient access to nearby attractions like Madison Square Garden and is close to A-grade streets like A Dwyer Street, providing a balance between vibrancy and tranquility.

311 complaints trend · 2.3/address → Stable

Crime trend 287 total

Noise Breakdown

What kind of noise is being reported?

Music/Party
2
22%
Neighbors
7
78%
Construction
0
0%
Traffic/Cars
0
0%
Other Noise
0
0%

311 Complaints

CategoryCountBar
Parking/Traffic 2
Noise 9
Dirty/Trash 2
Street Condition 3
Safety 9
Food/Eating 1
Other 11
Total37

Crime on Eighth Avenue

CategoryCount
Felonies0
Misdemeanors0
Violations0
Total0

What residents are reporting

Noise - Commercial (7) Homeless Person Assistance (4) Panhandling (3) For Hire Vehicle Complaint (3) Sidewalk Condition (3) Taxi Complaint (3) General Construction/Plumbing (2) Noise - Residential (2) Snow or Ice (2) Illegal Parking (2)

Notable buildings on Eighth Avenue

BuildingScoreIssues
740 Eighth Avenue 97.4 6
900 Eighth Avenue 98.0 1
970 Eighth Avenue 98.0 1
53 Eighth Avenue 98.0 1
988 Eighth Avenue 98.0 1
345 Eighth Avenue 98.0 1
481 Eighth Avenue 98.2 4
151 Eighth Avenue 99.0 2
585 Eighth Avenue 99.5 1
300 Eighth Avenue 99.7 1

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