Boston Urban Hazard Maps 311 sharps & encampment data
Data: data.boston.gov · Updated April 04, 2026 at 09:41 PM

South Boston / South Boston Waterfront

Sharps collection request data for the South Boston / South Boston Waterfront neighborhood in Boston. This area accounts for 6.7% of all citywide sharps collection requests, with 1,609 total reports. The most frequently reported location is 2-8 Mount Washington Ave, and the average city response time for this neighborhood is 2.8 hours.

1,609
Total Requests
6.7%
Share of Citywide Total
2-8 Mount Washington Ave
Most Reported Street
2.8h
Average Response Time

Context

South Boston / South Boston Waterfront is one of 15 Boston neighborhoods that report sharps collection needs through the 311 system. With 1,609 requests, it ranks as a significant area for public health intervention.

The average response time of 2.8 hours reflects the city's capacity to address sharps collection in this area. Response times can vary based on request volume, crew availability, and seasonal patterns.