⚠️ NOT FOR EMERGENCIES. This service is for administrative inquiries only. If in danger, dial 999 immediately.
Belfast City Council
Belfast City Council's Cemeteries and Crematorium department handles night-time noise complaints through a dedicated service available from 20:00 to 04:00 daily. Residents can report excessive noise disturbances for investigation and enforcement under the Noise Act 1996 and Clean Neighbourhoods and Environment Act 2011. Common reasons for calling include reporting disturbances from parties or loud music. While specific wait times are not guaranteed, providing detailed information can expedite the process. It's advisable to call early in the evening to increase the likelihood of a timely response.
Updated 15 Dec 2025
Expected outcomes
- Report night-time noise
- Provide disturbance location
- Describe noise nature
- Submit incident time
- Optionally give contact details
Call preparation
Assemble everything before you dial. These requirements are verified by our call analysts and updated as organizations change their scripts.
- Location of disturbance
- Nature of noise
- Time of incident
- Contact details
- Noise Act 1996
- Clean Neighbourhoods Act
Known issues
Some callers experience delays in response times, particularly during peak hours or weekends. To mitigate this, it's recommended to provide comprehensive details about the noise disturbance and call early in the evening. Enforcement is contingent upon officers witnessing the noise; if confirmed, a warning notice may be issued, and further action like a fixed penalty notice or prosecution can follow. Understanding these procedures and being prepared with all necessary information can help ensure a smoother process.
