QUEENS · 4 addresses · 1 precincts
Living on Brooklyn Queens Expressway West Service Road in Queens, often referred to as BQE W S Sr, is an experience marked by a stark contrast between the smooth flow of traffic and the persistence of certain community issues. The area, home to just four addresses, boasts an impressive grade of A, with a score of 97.9, indicating a high quality of life compared to other city streets. However, the top complaints from residents highlight some specific challenges they face.
Derelict vehicles are the most pressing issue, with a total of three complaints. This likely translates to abandoned or inoperable cars left on the street, potentially blocking parking spots, impeding traffic flow, and contributing to an unsightly appearance. The single complaint about illegal dumping suggests that some residents struggle with littering and improper waste disposal, further exacerbating the visual appeal of the street. Interestingly, noise pollution, while present, is not as prevalent as one might expect given the proximity to a major highway. Only one complaint was logged for noise caused by vehicles, possibly due to the efficient sound barriers along the BQE.
The nearby streets paint a varied picture. While the adjacent service roads maintain the high grade of A, the main Brooklyn Queens Expressway (BQE) and Astoria Boulevard and its north extension fare much worse, with grades of D and F respectively. This stark contrast could indicate that the specific measures taken to improve the service roads have been effective, or it might suggest that the issues on the other streets are so severe that they don't significantly impact the service roads' grading. Regardless, residents of BQE W S Sr can take solace in the fact that, despite the derelict vehicles and occasional noise, they live on one of the city's safer and better-maintained streets, with no reported felonies, misdemeanors, or violations in the recent period.
Limited data — only 2 complaints in 12 months. Not enough for a reliable trend chart.
What kind of noise is being reported?
| Category | Count | Bar |
|---|---|---|
| Parking/Traffic | 3 | |
| Noise | 1 | |
| Dirty/Trash | 2 | |
| Total | 6 |
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Felonies | 0 |
| Misdemeanors | 0 |
| Violations | 0 |
| Total | 0 |