QUEENS · 314 addresses · 3 precincts
Living on 54 Avenue in Queens, particularly around 314th Street, is a challenge due to the persistent illegal parking and abandoned vehicle issues. Residents are faced with a constant stream of vehicles parking illegally or leaving derelict vehicles on the street, often blocking driveways and sidewalks, and even obstructing fire hydrants, which is a significant safety concern. This has led to a high number of complaints, with the 'Illegal Parking' issue topping the list with over 792 grievances, reflecting the constant struggle residents face in navigating their own street.
Noise pollution is another prevalent problem, with residents dealing with both residential and street/sidewalk noise. The 'Noise - Residential' issue has garnered 44 complaints, indicating that late-night parties or loud music are a common source of disturbance. The 'Loud Music/Party' problem is specifically mentioned 67 times, highlighting the persistent nature of this issue. The nearby streets, such as 51 Road, 53 Road, and Maurice Avenue, also share similar grades and complaints, suggesting that this is a broader issue affecting the neighborhood rather than being isolated to 54 Avenue.
Despite these challenges, the crime rate on this street appears to be relatively low, with only 5 felonies, 6 misdemeanors, and 5 violations reported. However, the top offenses, including harassment and assault, indicate that there are still tensions and disputes among residents. The 'Assault 3 & Related Offenses' and 'Felony Assault' offenses, with a total of 5 and 2 incidents respectively, suggest that physical altercations are a concern, possibly stemming from the frustration over parking and noise issues.
What kind of noise is being reported?
| Category | Count | Bar |
|---|---|---|
| Parking/Traffic | 1715 | |
| Noise | 94 | |
| Maintenance | 21 | |
| Dirty/Trash | 58 | |
| Rodents/Pests | 17 | |
| Street Condition | 77 | |
| Safety | 22 | |
| Trees/Outdoor | 44 | |
| Water/Sewer | 52 | |
| Air Quality | 11 | |
| Food/Eating | 7 | |
| Other | 100 | |
| Total | 2218 |
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Felonies | 5 |
| Misdemeanors | 6 |
| Violations | 5 |
| Total | 16 |
| Building | Score | Issues |
|---|---|---|
| 59-50 54 Avenue | 0 | 615 |
| 54 Avenue | 68.4 | 101 |
| 58-34 54 Avenue | 74.3 | 110 |
| 109-41 54 Avenue | 82.0 | 11 |
| 59-62 54 Avenue | 83.8 | 78 |
| 66-29 54 Avenue | 83.9 | 9 |
| 59-63 54 Avenue | 84.6 | 59 |
| 46-25 54 Avenue | 88.8 | 7 |
| 88-40 54 Avenue | 88.9 | 40 |
| 80-20 54 Avenue | 90.0 | 21 |