71% Of Flat Owners Disturbed By Noise Nuisance

October 2, 2012
by News on the Block Editorial Team
News On the Block

 

According to a recent survey, 71% of those living in flats have been disturbed by noise in the past 12 months compared to just 39% of those in detached houses. More than one in ten (11%) Britons who have been regularly disturbed by noise in the past 12 months complained about the din from neighbours walking on wooden floors, rising to one in four (25%) of those living in flats. The research was conducted by insulation specialist Rockwool. Paula Bateman, Corporate Affairs Director of Rockwool UK said: “Noise pollution is a problem faced by a large proportion of the British population and should not be ignored.  Not only does it affect the enjoyment of the home, but studies show it can also have a negative impact on health and wellbeing. 

“It is important that noise reduction is considered right from the start of a building’s design and construction, and it should be at the forefront of house hunter’s minds too.” The study suggests that flat residents are particularly susceptible to noise generated in surrounding properties as a result of Britain’s interior design revolution and trend for open plan living.

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