STATEN ISLAND · 34 addresses · 1 precincts
Living on Upton Street in Staten Island presents a mix of challenges and relative tranquility, with a C grade of 73.4 reflecting both the efforts of the community and the persistent issues they face. The street is largely quiet, with only a handful of misdemeanors and no felonies or violations reported, but residents are often kept awake or disturbed by loud music and parties, with 18 complaints logged. The noise is not solely residential; 6 complaints were made about street and sidewalk noise, suggesting that the issue permeates various aspects of life on Upton Street.
Water-related issues are a significant concern for residents, with 30 complaints logged. These range from no water supply at all (17 complaints) to low water pressure (4 complaints) and dirty water (4 complaints), indicating a recurring problem with the water system. Residents have also reported possible water main breaks (5 complaints) and issues with their plumbing (3 complaints). The city has responded to these issues, with 2 new tree requests and 2 reports of damaged trees, suggesting an effort to maintain the street's greenery. However, overgrown trees and branches (2 complaints) and blocked fire hydrants remain a problem, potentially hindering emergency services and exacerbating water pressure issues.
The surrounding streets offer a varied picture. Duncan Street and Mason Street have significantly lower grades, suggesting more pressing issues, while Sparkhill Avenue and Duncan Avenue have similar grades to Upton Street. Notably, Hanover Avenue has the lowest grade, suggesting that residents there may face more severe challenges. Despite these nearby issues, Upton Street maintains a relatively peaceful atmosphere, with no reported felonies or misdemeanors. However, the persistent noise and water-related problems indicate that there is still work to be done to improve the quality of life for residents.
What kind of noise is being reported?
| Category | Count | Bar |
|---|---|---|
| Parking/Traffic | 2 | |
| Noise | 24 | |
| Maintenance | 3 | |
| Dirty/Trash | 1 | |
| Street Condition | 2 | |
| Trees/Outdoor | 8 | |
| Water/Sewer | 30 | |
| Other | 9 | |
| Total | 79 |
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Felonies | 0 |
| Misdemeanors | 0 |
| Violations | 0 |
| Total | 0 |
| Building | Score | Issues |
|---|---|---|
| 73 Upton Street | 94.8 | 12 |
| 94 Upton Street | 97.8 | 6 |
| 84 Upton Street | 98.4 | 4 |
| 109 Upton Street | 98.7 | 3 |
| 85 Upton Street | 98.8 | 4 |
| 11 Upton Street | 98.9 | 2 |
| 79 Upton Street | 98.9 | 2 |
| 92 Upton Street | 99.0 | 2 |
| 95 Upton Street | 99.0 | 2 |
| 10 Upton Street | 99.2 | 4 |