The Westminster noise strategy

Noise pollution is a significant problem in our borough. We receive over 17,000 noise complaints a year. 

Noise can have serious effects on the health of the city’s residents, and it can also be very annoying.

The need to tackle noise problems and improve the sound environment in Westminster was identified as a key local priority in the Westminster City Plan 2006 - 2016. In response, we made a commitment to develop a comprehensive noise strategy.

The draft Westminster Noise Strategy followed a consultation exercise where residents, businesses and stakeholders were invited to provide detailed comments and suggestions. We have taken account of these views and are now publishing the final version.

Copies are available for inspection at Westminster’s libraries or you can download them below.

Publications

The Evidence Base

An expert panel, chaired by Professor Stephen Stansfeld, was established to provide advice on the development of the strategy. The strategy has also been informed by specially commissioned research, including: