Noise problems can arise from a wide range of sources including noisy neighbours, barking dogs, pubs and clubs or building work. Excessive noise can lead to stress and cause sleep disturbance.

The Environmental Health Department of your local council can help you with noise problems.

Barking dogs

It is against the law for a dog to bark all the time and annoy neighbours. You could be fined up to £5000 if you let your dog bark all the time. More

Building work

Building work can be noisy, but with care it can be carried out without causing too much nuisance to your neighbours. More

Parties

Noisy late night parties can cause distress to neighbours. This section outlines how to minimise problems at a party. More

Pubs and clubs

Noise from pubs and clubs causes a lot of annoyance compared to other types of noise. Loud bass, particularly late at night, can cause sleep disturbance. More

Help with noise

It is always a good idea to try to sort out any noise problems yourself first. If this doesn't work the environmental health department of your local council can help. More