nyceness
what is nyceness
nyceness is a crowdsourced map that shows how nice a place looks and feels in real time. people give simple 0–10 scores, and the map colors each area based on those scores. every rating helps neighbors, newcomers, and businesses understand how the area feels.
what you'll see on the map
the map refreshes as people rate. each area carries a 0–10 score so you can spot—at a glance—which places feel welcoming and which need attention.
- the colors intuitively indicate nyceness
- tap a rating to see details about the score
- zoom in for neighborhood detail or pull back to read patterns across entire cities
nyceness is for people
nyceness helps movers, locals, communities, businesses, and visitors understand how a place feels today. it's also just fun to explore the map.
movers
if you're thinking about moving, nyceness shows which streets feel clean, cared-for, and inviting—before you ever visit.
locals
already live here? discover new parks, streets, and neighborhoods that feel especially nyce—or understand why certain areas get lower scores.
communities
cities, neighborhoods, hoas, and volunteer groups can spot patterns: where scores stay high, where they drop, and why (trash, lighting, maintenance) so improvements land where they're needed.
shopping centers & businesses
malls, main streets, and business districts can see how people feel about the overall area around their shops. good scores become a selling point; low ones flag things like parking, litter, or lighting.
homeowners, renters, & real estate pros
nyceness offers another lens beyond price or square footage. compare different blocks quickly and see how surroundings are perceived by the people who actually spend time there.
visitors & tourists
travelers can choose where to stay, walk, or spend time—especially if walkability, cleanliness, or family-friendliness matters to them.
in short: your rating helps everyone who wants to understand what a place feels like—from the people who live there now to the folks working to make it even better.
core mechanics
how ratings become a map
Learn the scoring bands, what to rate, and how to keep each score grounded in what people can see.
the score system
each area gets a 0–10 score based on how nyce it looks and feels right now.
what should influence your score?
focus on what you can see and feel about the place itself—not the people, businesses, or your personal experiences there.
what should not influence your score?
keep ratings rooted in what anyone can observe—leave out bias about people, politics, or personal history.
what should you rate?
think: places anyone can experience, either at street level or as a bigger area.
streets & intersections
sidewalks, medians, crossings, lighting
parks & public spaces
fields, playgrounds, plazas, waterfronts, trails
neighborhood blocks
what you see walking or driving that block
shopping areas
parking lots, storefronts, landscaping, outdoor seating
scenic views
overlooks, waterfronts, hilltops, city views
transit spaces
stations, stops, platforms, surrounding area
you can rate small spots (like a single intersection) or larger areas (like a neighborhood or city). the more you zoom out, the more your rating becomes a big-picture "overall" score instead of a super detailed one.
rate with confidence
tips for great ratings
Keep these reminders close and your scores will stay honest, balanced, and helpful for everyone who opens the map.
zoom matters
zoomed-in ratings shape specific blocks, while zoomed-out ratings set the tone for the whole visible area—pick the view that matches the story you want to tell.
zoomed in
you're rating a specific spot or block
zoomed out
you're giving a broad rating for the entire visible area (like the overall city), not for one exact street. your rating only contributes to this zoom level (and anything further out), so zoom in if you want to influence a smaller area.
honest ratings are better ratings
a 0 is not a bad rating if it's accurate
if a place truly deserves a low score, give it. honest ratings—whether 0 or 10—help everyone. we value authenticity over inflated scores.
this is not an exact science
nyceness reflects your subjective opinion of how nyce the place is. there's no "correct" score—just your honest assessment based on what you see and feel. your perspective matters.
rate honestly. rate what you see. trust your gut.
common rating mistakes
we've all done some of these. here's what to watch for:
you are the expert here
when you look at the map, you're the local expert. you notice how people actually use the space. that's the nyceness we want.
don't overthink it
- look at what's in front of you right now.
- clean? well kept? run-down? just slide to the number that feels right.
- there isn't one perfect answer—different perspectives are valuable.
- you can't break the map. one rating won't ruin anything.
what if i'm wrong?
you're not expected to be a professional inspector—nyceness is looking for your honest first impression, not lab-verified precision.
still unsure between two numbers? pick the one that feels closer—the fairness system above blends everyone's input and keeps the map steady.
rate away! this is your map.
- your score helps neighbors, newcomers and businesses understand today's reality.
- every honest rating makes the color-coded map clearer for the next person who visits.
- sharing what you see keeps nyceness rooted in lived experience, not guesswork.
trust what you notice, tap the number that fits, and keep going—the map grows stronger with you.
a quick 10-second check before you rate
before you slide the score, ask yourself:
- ✓is it clean and well-kept, or run down and neglected?
- ✓does it look nyce – buildings, plants, layout?
- ✓would i feel good hanging out here for a bit?
- ✓am i rating the place itself, not the people or businesses?
pick the number that best matches how the area feels to you right now. that's a nyceness rating.