MANHATTAN · 320 addresses · 3 precincts
Living on Saint Nicholas Avenue in Manhattan is an experience that exposes residents to a variety of challenges, as indicated by the street's grade of F and the numerous specific complaints logged. The most prominent issue is the persistent noise pollution, with 301 complaints about residential noise and 287 about noise from the street or sidewalk. The primary sources of this noise are loud music and parties, with 256 complaints, followed by banging or pounding (214 complaints) and loud talking (183 complaints). Residents have also reported noise from vehicles, such as car or truck music, adding to the overall auditory chaos.
Illegal parking is another significant challenge on Saint Nicholas Avenue, with 163 complaints. This includes double-parked vehicles blocking others (28 complaints) and, more concerning, blocked fire hydrants (37 complaints), which pose a safety risk to the community. Additionally, water system issues like leaks or blockages have been reported 74 times, hinting at possible infrastructure problems. The street's condition is also a source of concern, with 53 complaints about dirty conditions and 42 about trash.
The nearby streets offer a stark contrast to Saint Nicholas Avenue. While Donnellan Square and Edgecombe Park have grades of A, indicating cleaner, safer, and quieter environments, West 150 Street and Edgecomb Avenue share Saint Nicholas Avenue's F grade, suggesting that the challenges faced by residents of Saint Nicholas Avenue are not isolated but part of a broader pattern in the area.
Crime is another worry for residents, with a total of 8 incidents reported, including 2 felonies and 6 misdemeanors. The top offenses include criminal mischief, felony assault, intoxicated and impaired driving, and grand larceny. While these numbers may not paint a full picture of the street's safety, they do suggest that crime is a concern for those living on Saint Nicholas Avenue.
What kind of noise is being reported?
| Category | Count | Bar |
|---|---|---|
| Parking/Traffic | 179 | |
| Noise | 717 | |
| Dirty/Trash | 92 | |
| Rodents/Pests | 19 | |
| Street Condition | 44 | |
| Safety | 90 | |
| Trees/Outdoor | 9 | |
| Water/Sewer | 87 | |
| Air Quality | 19 | |
| Food/Eating | 44 | |
| Other | 177 | |
| Total | 1477 |
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Felonies | 2 |
| Misdemeanors | 6 |
| Violations | 0 |
| Total | 8 |
| Building | Score | Issues |
|---|---|---|
| 202 Saint Nicholas Avenue | 0 | 30 |
| 795 Saint Nicholas Avenue | 31.4 | 140 |
| 1026 Saint Nicholas Avenue | 71.8 | 28 |
| 60 Saint Nicholas Avenue | 74.9 | 34 |
| 65 Saint Nicholas Avenue | 76.9 | 47 |
| 770 Saint Nicholas Avenue | 77.9 | 16 |
| 1555 Saint Nicholas Avenue | 83.0 | 34 |
| 1365 Saint Nicholas Avenue | 85.2 | 33 |
| 582 Saint Nicholas Avenue | 88.8 | 22 |
| 1090 Saint Nicholas Avenue | 89.9 | 9 |