QUEENS · 645 addresses · 3 precincts
Living on 88th Street in Queens is a challenging experience, as indicated by its F grade and a score of 0, based on official city data. Residents are met with a barrage of noise pollution, with the most prevalent sources being residential noise and loud music or parties, totaling over 400 complaints. The cacophony is further exacerbated by the constant drone of helicopters overhead, with over 260 complaints specifically citing this issue. The street is also plagued by illegal parking, with a staggering 383 complaints, leading to frequent blockages of driveways (293 complaints) and even fire hydrants (124 complaints), which poses a serious safety hazard. The street's condition is often poor, with 98 complaints regarding its state, and access to some properties can be hindered due to No Access (208 complaints) or Partial Access (85 complaints) issues. Trash accumulation is also a problem, with 58 complaints, contributing to the overall unsightly appearance of the street. Despite the numerous challenges, residents have also raised concerns about heat and hot water (97 complaints) and water system issues (79 complaints), suggesting that basic amenities are not always guaranteed. The crime rate is also high, with a total of 33 felonies and misdemeanors, and 3 violations, predominantly involving grand larceny, assault, and petit larceny. The surrounding streets, such as Rutledge Avenue, 89th Street, and Metropolitan Avenue, also share similarly low grades, suggesting that the issues are not isolated to 88th Street alone.
What kind of noise is being reported?
| Category | Count | Bar |
|---|---|---|
| Parking/Traffic | 799 | |
| Noise | 621 | |
| Maintenance | 191 | |
| Dirty/Trash | 169 | |
| Rodents/Pests | 61 | |
| Street Condition | 174 | |
| Safety | 67 | |
| Trees/Outdoor | 117 | |
| Water/Sewer | 128 | |
| Air Quality | 31 | |
| Other | 193 | |
| Total | 2551 |
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Felonies | 15 |
| Misdemeanors | 15 |
| Violations | 3 |
| Total | 33 |
| Building | Score | Issues |
|---|---|---|
| 88 Street | 20.0 | 180 |
| 151-40 88 Street | 20.8 | 164 |
| 37-37 88 Street | 48.1 | 67 |
| 37-60 88 Street | 49.8 | 77 |
| 25-49 88 Street | 68.8 | 13 |
| 153-25 88 Street | 69.4 | 66 |
| 46-19 88 Street | 74.5 | 25 |
| 34-30 88 Street | 75.3 | 13 |
| 32-25 88 Street | 76.5 | 15 |
| 35-06 88 Street | 76.9 | 12 |