QUEENS · 60 addresses · 1 precincts
Living on Hampton Street in Queens is a challenge, as reflected by its rating of 'F' based on official city data. The most prevalent issue residents face is noise pollution, with a staggering 474 complaints regarding residential noise alone. This isn't just occasional noise but persistent disturbances like loud talking (495 complaints), banging or pounding (80 complaints), and loud music or parties (65 complaints), making it difficult for residents to enjoy peace and quiet, especially at night. The noise is so bad that it often affects the entire building, with 176 complaints specifying this issue.
Another significant problem is heat and hot water, with 198 complaints, indicating that many residents struggle to maintain a comfortable living environment during colder months. This is exacerbated by issues with the water system (18 complaints) and plumbing (20 complaints), suggesting that the infrastructure is aging and in need of repair.
Illegal parking (39 complaints) and blocked driveways (27 complaints) cause inconvenience and sometimes safety concerns, as vehicles obstruct paths and create obstacles for emergency services. This is further compounded by blocked hydrants (19 complaints), which can hinder firefighters' ability to do their jobs effectively in case of an emergency.
The street also faces sanitation issues, with 40 complaints about unsanitary conditions and 26 about pests, suggesting that garbage and waste management might be problematic. Residents have also reported issues with access to their buildings (22 complaints), indicating possible safety or accessibility concerns.
Crime is also a concern on Hampton Street, with a total of 20 reported incidents, including 9 felonies, 11 misdemeanors, and 9 violations. The top offenses include harassment (9), grand larceny (3), assault (3), and robbery (2), suggesting a need for increased community engagement and policing to enhance safety and security.
What kind of noise is being reported?
| Category | Count | Bar |
|---|---|---|
| Parking/Traffic | 74 | |
| Noise | 655 | |
| Maintenance | 290 | |
| Dirty/Trash | 8 | |
| Rodents/Pests | 43 | |
| Street Condition | 19 | |
| Safety | 9 | |
| Trees/Outdoor | 6 | |
| Water/Sewer | 21 | |
| Air Quality | 9 | |
| Food/Eating | 1 | |
| Other | 34 | |
| Total | 1169 |
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Felonies | 9 |
| Misdemeanors | 11 |
| Violations | 9 |
| Total | 29 |
| Building | Score | Issues |
|---|---|---|
| 41-18 Hampton Street | 0 | 579 |
| 40-70 Hampton Street | 0 | 95 |
| 40-35 Hampton Street | 41.5 | 44 |
| 40-15 Hampton Street | 45.6 | 70 |
| 42-37 Hampton Street | 47.4 | 66 |
| 40-25 Hampton Street | 52.5 | 62 |
| 41-35 Hampton Street | 70.3 | 36 |
| 42-90 Hampton Street | 76.2 | 9 |
| 42-11 Hampton Street | 86.1 | 15 |
| 40-05 Hampton Street | 87.4 | 15 |