NYC Report Card

255 Street

F — 0

QUEENS · 153 addresses · 3 precincts

Should you live here? F — 0

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Noise
Moderate
🐀
Pests
Some pests
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Safety
Average
🏠
Maintenance
Needs work
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Cleanliness
Average
16
Noise
complaints
7
Rodent/
pest issues
3
Felonies
this year
6
Total
crimes

Living on 255 Street in Queens, New York, is an experience marked by persistent challenges that have left the street with a grade of 'F'. The most pressing issue is the chronic illegal parking, with over 67 complaints, often involving vehicles blocking hydrants, driveways, and even signs, making emergency access and daily navigation difficult. Residents also grapple with frequent water system issues, including dirty water and plumbing problems, which can lead to disruptions in their daily lives. The street condition is another significant concern, with potholes and damaged trees adding to the list of obstacles. Despite the presence of several parks nearby, the immediate surroundings of 255 Street are not as well-maintained, with dead or dying trees and blocked driveways impeding both aesthetic appeal and practical use.

Adding to the discomfort is the recurring noise pollution, particularly from residential sources, which can disrupt sleep and overall peace of mind. The lack of prompt action on these issues has likely contributed to the street's poor grade, with residents potentially feeling neglected and disheartened. While nearby streets like Amboy Lane and Queens Village Veterans Plaza offer a stark contrast with grades of 'A', the situation on 255 Street remains dire, reflecting in the crime statistics, which include several harassment incidents and a felony assault, indicating a need for improved community support and engagement.

311 complaints trend · 2.1/address → Stable

311 Complaints

CategoryCountBar
Parking/Traffic 117
Noise 16
Maintenance 44
Dirty/Trash 15
Rodents/Pests 7
Street Condition 41
Safety 3
Trees/Outdoor 51
Water/Sewer 38
Air Quality 5
Food/Eating 7
Other 43
Total387

Crime on 255 Street

CategoryCount
Felonies3
Misdemeanors0
Violations3
Total6

Most common offenses

HARRASSMENT 2 (3) FELONY ASSAULT (1) GRAND LARCENY (1) OTHER STATE LAWS (1)

What residents are reporting

Illegal Parking (67) Water System (28) Street Condition (24) Blocked Driveway (23) Damaged Tree (23) HEAT/HOT WATER (18) Abandoned Vehicle (18) Noise - Residential (12) Dead/Dying Tree (10) PLUMBING (10)

Notable buildings on 255 Street

BuildingScoreIssues
141-44 255 Street 85.2 20
73-33 255 Street 88.7 5
137-11 255 Street 90.4 14
60-32 255 Street 91.0 6
141-28 255 Street 91.6 3
137-04 255 Street 92.3 10
255 Street 94.1 25
80-10 255 Street 95.0 6
140-44 255 Street 95.2 12
57-06 255 Street 95.5 7

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