MANHATTAN · 20 addresses · 1 precincts
Living on West 215 Street in Manhattan, as indicated by the city's data, presents a mix of challenges and relatively peaceful periods. The street's overall grade of C, with a score of 70.1, suggests that while there are notable issues, the quality of life here is not among the worst in the city.
One of the most prominent problems on West 215 Street is illegal parking, with 22 complaints. This is likely due to the street's narrow width and high demand for parking spots, leading to vehicles being parked in no-parking zones or blocking driveways and hydrants. In fact, there have been specific reports of posted parking sign violations (11), double-parked vehicles blocking traffic (3), and blocked hydrants (2), posing potential safety hazards. The lack of adequate parking space might also contribute to the frequent noise complaints related to vehicles (9), possibly due to drivers honking their horns (8) in frustration.
Residents also face noise pollution from residential sources (4), loud music or parties (3), and street or sidewalk activities (3). Snow or ice buildup (4) can cause additional difficulties during winter, while rodent sightings (2) and smoking or vaping in restricted areas (2) are also concerns for the residents. The street's nearby neighbors present a stark contrast in quality of life, with Park Terrace W and West 217 Street graded A, while Park Terrace West, West 214 Street, and Park Terrace East are graded F, suggesting that West 215 Street might be sandwiched between areas with better and worse living conditions.
Despite these challenges, the crime rate on West 215 Street seems relatively low, with only 1 felony reported. The top offense was burglary, indicating that residents should take precautions to protect their properties. Overall, while West 215 Street faces several quality of life issues that need to be addressed, it is not overwhelmed by crime, offering a somewhat mixed picture of living conditions.
What kind of noise is being reported?
| Category | Count | Bar |
|---|---|---|
| Parking/Traffic | 24 | |
| Noise | 17 | |
| Dirty/Trash | 2 | |
| Rodents/Pests | 2 | |
| Safety | 2 | |
| Other | 6 | |
| Total | 53 |
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Felonies | 1 |
| Misdemeanors | 0 |
| Violations | 0 |
| Total | 1 |
| Building | Score | Issues |
|---|---|---|
| 423 West 215 Street | 91.5 | 2 |
| 532 West 215 Street | 94.1 | 17 |
| 583 West 215 Street | 95.5 | 5 |
| 571 West 215 Street | 96.0 | 2 |
| 550 West 215 Street | 98.8 | 3 |
| 565 West 215 Street | 99.2 | 3 |
| 530 West 215 Street | 99.4 | 3 |
| 579 West 215 Street | 99.5 | 1 |
| 570 West 215 Street | 99.5 | 1 |
| 500W West 215 Street | 99.5 | 1 |