NYC Report Card

Palmer Avenue

F — 15.5

STATEN ISLAND · 44 addresses · 1 precincts

Should you live here? F — 15.5

🔇
Noise
Quiet
🐀
Pests
Some pests
🔒
Safety
Unsafe
🏠
Maintenance
Good
🧹
Cleanliness
Dirty
4
Noise
complaints
7
Rodent/
pest issues
0
Felonies
this year
8
Total
crimes

Living on Palmer Avenue in Staten Island, with a grade of F based on official city data, presents a challenging environment for its residents. The most pressing issue is the prevalent illegal parking, with a total of 16 complaints, often leading to blocked driveways, sidewalks, and even fire hydrants, as evidenced by the 11 reports of hydrants running (WC3). This not only causes inconvenience but also poses a significant safety hazard, as blocked hydrants can hinder firefighting efforts in case of an emergency. The water system itself is another major concern, with 19 complaints, likely indicating recurring issues such as leaks, bursts, or inadequate water pressure.

The street's cleanliness is also a persistent problem, with 12 complaints of dirty conditions and 14 reports of trash. This could include litter, debris, or even abandoned vehicles, which have been reported 6 times. The snow and ice removal is another struggle during winter months, with 9 reports of snow or ice and 7 reports of snow tracking. This can create slippery and dangerous conditions for residents, especially the elderly or those with mobility issues. Additionally, there have been 7 reports of no access, likely due to blocked or impassable pathways, further hindering residents' daily activities.

Interestingly, despite the numerous issues, the crime rate on Palmer Avenue is relatively low, with only 8 misdemeanors reported. However, the most common offenses include assault and criminal mischief, indicating that there may be some underlying tensions or disagreements among residents. The nearby streets also present a mixed bag, with Post Avenue and Albion Place sharing a similar F grade, while Washington Place and Courtland Street offer a more appealing A and B grade respectively. This disparity in living conditions can create a stark contrast for residents and may contribute to the ongoing issues on Palmer Avenue.

311 complaints trend · 2.5/address → Stable

Crime trend 20 total

Noise Breakdown

What kind of noise is being reported?

Music/Party
2
50%
Neighbors
2
50%
Construction
0
0%
Traffic/Cars
0
0%
Other Noise
0
0%

311 Complaints

CategoryCountBar
Parking/Traffic 33
Noise 4
Maintenance 5
Dirty/Trash 26
Rodents/Pests 7
Street Condition 5
Safety 4
Trees/Outdoor 6
Water/Sewer 20
Air Quality 7
Other 13
Total130

Crime on Palmer Avenue

CategoryCount
Felonies0
Misdemeanors8
Violations0
Total8

Most common offenses

ASSAULT 3 & RELATED OFFENSES (4) CRIMINAL MISCHIEF & RELATED OF (2) VEHICLE AND TRAFFIC LAWS (1) OFF. AGNST PUB ORD SENSBLTY & (1)

What residents are reporting

Water System (19) Illegal Parking (16) Dirty Condition (12) Missed Collection (10) Blocked Driveway (9) Snow or Ice (9) Lead (7) Abandoned Vehicle (6) Non-Emergency Police Matter (4) UNSANITARY CONDITION (3)

Notable buildings on Palmer Avenue

BuildingScoreIssues
79 Palmer Avenue 84.7 6
55 Palmer Avenue 90.5 11
40 Palmer Avenue 90.6 11
136 Palmer Avenue 90.7 4
10 Palmer Avenue 90.7 16
75 Palmer Avenue 97.3 5
137 Palmer Avenue 97.5 3
57 Palmer Avenue 97.5 7
124 Palmer Avenue 98.0 4
20 Palmer Avenue 98.0 3

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