Transportation noise

Aircraft

We don't have any statutory powers to take action against noise nuisance from flying aircraft, including noise from helicopters. We support residents by responding to government consultations on relevant aircraft issues. Copies of Southwark’s responses can be found here:

Aviation Strategy: call for evidence ^{(PDF, 96kb)}
Airports National Policy Statement ^{(PDF, 287kb)}
UK Airspace Policy ^{(PDF, 84kb)}
LBS response to Heathrow Airspace Principles Consultation ^{(PDF, 296kb)}
Heathrow Airspace and Future Operations Consultation (March 2019) ^{(PDF, 360kb)}
Aviation 2050 airspace LBS response ^{(PDF, 618kb)}
Heathrow Expansion pre DCO consultation LBS response ^{(PDF, 334kb)}
LCY Masterplan 2019 consultation response ^{(PDF, 177kb)}

Complaining about aircraft noise

To complain about noise or aircraft activities (such as helicopters), contact the Civil Aviation Authority by calling 020 7379 7311 or email aree@caa.co.uk.

You can also complain to the appropriate airport who will investigate the complaint directly:

Heathrow Airport complaints - call 0800 344 844 or email noise_complaints@heathrow.com
London City Airport complaints

If you feel significantly affected by aircraft noise you can also contact your MP. You can find your MP on the Parliament website.

Aircraft noise mapping and action plans

The borough is overflown by aircraft from Heathrow and London City Airport. You can find more information here:

noise contours from Heathrow airport
contours from London City airport
noise action plans
Webtrak for live aircraft movements and noise data from the monitor in Camberwell
helicopter movements in London including restrictions on movements of different helicopter types

Part 3Boats and river noise

Page last updated: 26 July 2024

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