In 2024, Sutton Council received 1,270 noise complaints, showing a slight decrease from the previous year. The majority, 588, were related to Domestic Music, followed by commercial noise and construction. The council classifies noise complaints as statutory nuisances, which must significantly disrupt health or comfort. Their enforcement approach is gradual, leading to fines or equipment confiscation for persistent offenders, but they cannot address complaints about normal daily activities. Sutton continues to struggle with noise issues despite having legal frameworks to respond.
Over 1,270 noise complaints were made to Sutton Council in 2024, only six less than in 2023, with Domestic Music being the most common complaint.
Statutory nuisance refers to activities or conditions that cause significant harm or disruption to people's health, comfort, or property, especially excessive noise.
Sutton Council's approach to noise enforcement is escalating; they can issue fines or confiscate equipment for those causing a statutory nuisance.
Despite receiving numerous complaints, Sutton Council cannot address noise from normal daily activities, such as laughter or washing machines.
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