MANHATTAN · 91 addresses · 1 precincts
Living on West 55 Street in Manhattan is a challenging experience, as indicated by its poor grade of F and a score of 0, based on official city data. Residents are confronted with a multitude of issues that significantly impact their quality of life. The most prominent problem is the prevalence of illegal parking, with a staggering 64 complaints, often leading to blocked fire hydrants and narrow, obstructed streets. This is exacerbated by the frequent idling of vehicle engines, a practice that contributes to air pollution and noise.
Noise pollution is another significant issue, with 61 complaints related to vehicles and 33 related to residential noise. The latter includes persistent noise from loud music or parties, with 26 complaints specifically mentioning this issue. The noise is often accompanied by banging or pounding sounds, further disrupting the peace. The presence of homeless encampments and assistance needed for homeless individuals, with 45 and 48 complaints respectively, indicates a visible homeless population, which can pose both social and safety concerns. Additionally, the street's condition is often rough, pitted, or cracked, further adding to the discomfort of residents. Despite these challenges, the crime rate on the street is relatively low, with a total of 54 incidents, primarily comprising non-violent offenses. However, the high number of grand larceny cases, totaling 8, suggests that residents should remain vigilant.
What kind of noise is being reported?
| Category | Count | Bar |
|---|---|---|
| Parking/Traffic | 67 | |
| Noise | 117 | |
| Dirty/Trash | 32 | |
| Rodents/Pests | 2 | |
| Street Condition | 32 | |
| Safety | 101 | |
| Trees/Outdoor | 1 | |
| Food/Eating | 4 | |
| Other | 36 | |
| Total | 392 |
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Felonies | 18 |
| Misdemeanors | 28 |
| Violations | 8 |
| Total | 54 |
| Building | Score | Issues |
|---|---|---|
| 158 West 55 Street | 0 | 61 |
| 321 West 55 Street | 18.6 | 20 |
| 101 West 55 Street | 43.2 | 29 |
| 530 West 55 Street | 50.6 | 17 |
| 140 West 55 Street | 55.5 | 26 |
| 71 West 55 Street | 59.5 | 20 |
| 360 West 55 Street | 67.5 | 17 |
| 245 West 55 Street | 67.5 | 9 |
| 144 West 55 Street | 84.5 | 10 |
| 400 West 55 Street | 86.1 | 11 |