NYC Report Card

West 14 Street

F — 0

MANHATTAN · 227 addresses · 3 precincts

Should you live here? F — 0

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Noise
Very loud
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Pests
Infested
🔒
Safety
Unsafe
🏠
Maintenance
Poor
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Cleanliness
Filthy
274
Noise
complaints
89
Rodent/
pest issues
8
Felonies
this year
15
Total
crimes

Living on West 14th Street in Manhattan, especially around the 81st address, is an immersive experience that presents a mix of challenges and character. The street's F grade, with a score of 0, is indicative of the various issues residents face daily. Noise pollution is the most pressing concern, with over 65 complaints related to residential and street/sidewalk noise, including 45 instances of loud music or parties. The persistent noise, often accompanied by banging or pounding, can make quiet enjoyment of one's home a challenge, especially during late-night hours.

The street's encampment issue, with 30 complaints, suggests visible homelessness, which can sometimes lead to additional challenges such as trash accumulation and rodent/insect issues, as reported by residents. Obstructions, often related to illegally parked vehicles, block fire hydrants and sidewalks, posing safety hazards and inconveniencing pedestrians. The dirty condition of the street, coupled with snow or ice buildup during winter, further contributes to the overall unsightly and potentially unsafe environment. Despite these challenges, the area's proximity to Jackson Square, graded A, offers a respite, providing a green space and a sense of community. However, the high crime rate, including felonies and misdemeanors, primarily involving petit and grand larceny, assault, and related offenses, underscores the need for improved safety measures and community engagement to enhance the quality of life for West 14th Street residents.

311 complaints trend · 4.1/address → Stable

Crime trend 100 total

Noise Breakdown

What kind of noise is being reported?

Music/Party
142
52%
Neighbors
53
19%
Construction
25
9%
Traffic/Cars
0
0%
Other Noise
22
8%

311 Complaints

CategoryCountBar
Parking/Traffic 39
Noise 274
Maintenance 258
Dirty/Trash 61
Rodents/Pests 89
Street Condition 98
Safety 249
Trees/Outdoor 3
Water/Sewer 22
Air Quality 35
Food/Eating 53
Other 178
Total1359

Crime on West 14 Street

CategoryCount
Felonies8
Misdemeanors6
Violations1
Total15

Most common offenses

GRAND LARCENY (6) VEHICLE AND TRAFFIC LAWS (2) PETIT LARCENY (2) BURGLARY (1) ASSAULT 3 & RELATED OFFENSES (1)

What residents are reporting

Encampment (162) HEAT/HOT WATER (82) Noise - Residential (78) UNSANITARY CONDITION (77) Noise (72) Noise - Commercial (63) Noise - Street/Sidewalk (54) Homeless Person Assistance (53) Street Condition (49) PAINT/PLASTER (48)

Notable buildings on West 14 Street

BuildingScoreIssues
215 West 14 Street 0 144
148 West 14 Street 8.3 49
125 West 14 Street 30.0 43
344 West 14 Street 53.3 43
144 West 14 Street 55.5 23
132 West 14 Street 56.5 24
250 West 14 Street 70.0 55
131 West 14 Street 71.5 19
243 West 14 Street 71.8 25
234 West 14 Street 73.5 53

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