Noise

We investigate complaints about excessive noise and can take action if the noise is considered to be a nuisance.

For it to be classed as a nuisance, we have to prove the noise is causing an unreasonable and persistent disturbance to your lifestyle, or is having a negative effect on your health.

There are a number of different sources of noise pollution including:

More information about noise pollution is available from the charity Environmental Protection UK.

For more information contact our Environmental Protection team or visit our service standards page and download our Environmental and Consumer Services service standards..