MANHATTAN · 125 addresses · 2 precincts
Living on West 148th Street in Manhattan is an experience marked by a persistent issue of noise pollution, primarily stemming from residential and street/sidewalk sources. The most pressing concern, as reflected in the official city data, is the chronic noise complaints, with a staggering 886 instances reported for residential noise alone. The cacophony is not limited to daytime hours, with loud music and parties (103 complaints) often disrupting the peace at night, making it challenging for residents to enjoy a quiet evening or get a good night's sleep. The problem is so pervasive that it has led to specific reports of banging/pounding (827 complaints), further adding to the overall disruption. The noise is not just limited to indoor spaces; street and sidewalk noise (63 complaints) also pose a challenge, with loud talking (18 complaints) and vehicle noise (5 complaints) contributing to the din.
Another significant issue plaguing the street is illegal parking, with 18 complaints logged. This can lead to blocked hydrants (7 complaints), a serious safety concern in the event of a fire, as well as blocked sidewalks (3 complaints), which can hinder accessibility and pose a tripping hazard. The presence of abandoned vehicles (5 complaints) further exacerbates the parking difficulties. While the street does not appear to be a hotspot for severe crimes, with a total of 27 incidents logged (8 felonies, 17 misdemeanors, 12 violations), the frequent occurrences of harassment (12) and criminal mischief (4) suggest a persistent atmosphere of tension and disorder. In contrast, nearby streets such as Fred Douglas Boulevard and Fredric Douglas Boulevard have been graded as A, indicating a stark difference in the living conditions and quality of life for residents on these streets compared to those on West 148th Street.
What kind of noise is being reported?
| Category | Count | Bar |
|---|---|---|
| Parking/Traffic | 100 | |
| Noise | 1655 | |
| Maintenance | 1418 | |
| Dirty/Trash | 39 | |
| Rodents/Pests | 210 | |
| Street Condition | 23 | |
| Safety | 28 | |
| Trees/Outdoor | 7 | |
| Water/Sewer | 50 | |
| Air Quality | 15 | |
| Other | 117 | |
| Total | 3662 |
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Felonies | 7 |
| Misdemeanors | 13 |
| Violations | 11 |
| Total | 31 |
| Building | Score | Issues |
|---|---|---|
| 206 West 148 Street | 0 | 1510 |
| 611 West 148 Street | 0 | 338 |
| 412 West 148 Street | 0 | 255 |
| 402 West 148 Street | 0 | 132 |
| 500 West 148 Street | 15.9 | 111 |
| 514 West 148 Street | 20.1 | 156 |
| 454 West 148 Street | 20.4 | 96 |
| 231 West 148 Street | 29.4 | 44 |
| 201 West 148 Street | 36.0 | 82 |
| 302 West 148 Street | 50.9 | 52 |