[dave_dave]

Originally Posted by lolli_pop

There might be the worry that, after having spoken to them, it will be obvious who has reported them if it doesn't stop.

I would think it would be obvious anyway if they're the only neighbours?

[lolli_pop]

Originally Posted by dave_dave

I would think it would be obvious anyway if they're the only neighbours?

Depending on how loud the noise is, it may be audible (and annoying) in other houses that aren't immediately adjacent.

I'm not saying it's right not to speak to them but I can see why there would be reluctance to make it very obvious who has reported them.

[dave_dave]

Originally Posted by lolli_pop

Depending on how loud the noise is, it may be audible (and annoying) in other houses that aren't immediately adjacent.

I'm not saying it's right not to speak to them but I can see why there would be reluctance to make it very obvious who has reported them.

Perhaps you're right. It shocks me the amount of people who would report their neighbours in any way possible before talking to them about it.

[gamezone07]

not me, only in particular cases, i'm not going into details but i am not in a position to discuss things with them given the circumstances, and yes, if i go round they will know who reported them.

[lazarus]

I know what you are going through the tenant that lives above me keeps her 2 year old child up until 2 to 3 o`clock in the morning and the child runs up and down constantly, technically their floor is about eight inches above our ceiling and its just like living in a drum. Her mother is the worse parent I have every known one morning her child was kept up till 4 a.m. Its been going on now every night since August, we filled in the diaries but as yet nothing even after recording the thumping on her floor with my camera

[fingerchimp]

I had this problem, then I realised that I had a key to the shared cupboard in the garage which contained all the fuseboxes. After that if the noise continued after 11pm then they got their power shut off.

I had tried the council before, not much good really. I moved in the end. It's incredibly frustrating, and extraordinarily anti-social. I had also tried talking to them, and while they were very apologetic to my face, they just carried on as normal when drunk/off their tits.

[madi_faye]

Originally Posted by doom bringer

if you have a video camera film from your side of the wall inside see if it picks up the music volume also film a clock to show time ect may help with council .....

As you dont have permission to record them i doubt the council would be able to use any recordings in court, you may also get in trouble for doing it

[Badlittlepup]

Originally Posted by Claret

Is it rented? Find out who the landlord is (get office copies at land registry) and pester him/her about his awful tenants. Seriously feel for you; there's little worse than being kept up all night every night.

Rather cheeky, but I would consider playing them at their own game. Get up for work and put some brass band music/Cliff Richard/opera etc on.

Probably won't gain anything, and could potentially make matters worse, but will make you feel better for a little while!

That is an excellent idea. In fact, what I would suggest is warning your neighbours on the other side what you are going to do (I assume they probably work) then the day after the next night they are noisy put on some really loud opera like die fleidermaus or Wagner or even better a really screechy Phillip Glass CD on when you get up for work and leave it on at max volume all day while you are out.

Obviously they are staying up all night and then the next day will want to sleep it off, but they're disturbing you at the times you wish to sleep so what's good for the goose is good for the gander. And continue to do it until they stop.

[Badlittlepup]

Originally Posted by gamezone07

not me, only in particular cases, i'm not going into details but i am not in a position to discuss things with them given the circumstances, and yes, if i go round they will know who reported them.

Hmm. One other thing. I strongly suspect that people who are going out until 1.30am then playing techno for the rest of the night are not simply drunk, I would be incredibly surprised if they weren't pilled up, had taken speed or even coke.

I know this is a bit nasty, but if it gets really bad you could tell the police you suspect your neighbour is dealing and embellish the story a bit. A visit from the plod might curtail their behaviour and drug intake for a bit.

[little miffy]

Originally Posted by dave_dave

Perhaps you're right. It shocks me the amount of people who would report their neighbours in any way possible before talking to them about it.

true but theres some very unpleasent people out there. all i got when i very politely went and spoke to them was a load of foul language and threats. if you think your at risk of getting a punch in the face then maybe its best not to bother and just report them instead?

[dave_dave]

Originally Posted by Badlittlepup

Hmm. One other thing. I strongly suspect that people who are going out until 1.30am then playing techno for the rest of the night are not simply drunk, I would be incredibly surprised if they weren't pilled up, had taken speed or even coke.

I know this is a bit nasty, but if it gets really bad you could tell the police you suspect your neighbour is dealing and embellish the story a bit. A visit from the plod might curtail their behaviour and drug intake for a bit.

Is making up potential lies about your neighbours really a good idea? If the reason they wont talk to them IS because they're violent (I can't really think of another reason) then it's not really a good idea to go reporting a load of crap is it?

[Badlittlepup]

Originally Posted by dave_dave

Is making up potential lies about your neighbours really a good idea? If the reason they wont talk to them IS because they're violent (I can't really think of another reason) then it's not really a good idea to go reporting a load of crap is it?

How would they know it was the OP? I would never normally suggest people do something like that but I've been in the same situation and it really is hell, it affects your work, it affects your physical and mental health and there's really very little you can do about it in the short term.

And it would only be a white lie because I'd be amazed if they weren't taking something, and if they're doing it that regularly they're probably knocking it out too, don't see how they could afford it otherwise unless they have v rich generous Mummies and Daddies who don't ask what they're spending their money on.

[Welsh Wizard]

Please come to my house and listen to my neighbours. Every morning at 6.39 - 7.00 will get woken up to fatty shouting at her children, very verbal to two young children. Feel sorry for them both. But don't want to report as I don't want my windows doing anytime soon.

[dave_dave]

Originally Posted by Badlittlepup

How would they know it was the OP? I would never normally suggest people do something like that but I've been in the same situation and it really is hell, it affects your work, it affects your physical and mental health and there's really very little you can do about it in the short term.

And it would only be a white lie because I'd be amazed if they weren't taking something, and if they're doing it that regularly they're probably knocking it out too, don't see how they could afford it otherwise unless they have v rich generous Mummies and Daddies who don't ask what they're spending their money on.

So it's OK to lie to the police about people if there's a chance it could be true? Also because they listen to Techno music they must be dealers? You have some weird ideas about life.

[Ms Macbeth]

Originally Posted by Kazpa

Ring 101 they will direct the call to the out of hours noise service which operates from 7pm to 2 am Sun to Thurs and until 3am on Fri and Sat. If you are a council tenant they will also pass the info to the appropriate housing office and their ASB team shoud contact you. If it is a HMO try contacting the Private Sector service as well as 101, they are based in Howden House I believe but if you ring the council no. they will put you through.

Good advice if you live in Sheffield. Here's the details: http://www.sheffield.gov.uk/environm...noise-nuisance

[Badlittlepup]

Originally Posted by dave_dave

So it's OK to lie to the police about people if there's a chance it could be true? Also because they listen to Techno music they must be dealers? You have some weird ideas about life.

Nope. It's not because they listen to techno it's because they stay up all night listening to techno most nights. That suggests there is some kind of stimulant involved. And to be honest hardly anybody likes techno unless they're off their nut. And yes, I do think it's okay to do something like that if you suspect strongly enough and you are at the end of your tether with their noise.

It's not nice but they don't seem to give a **** about anybody who lives around them so why should their neighbour be bothered if they get a little hassle.

[Shef_Fitness]

Hate to say this, but if you are the victim then realistically the best thing you can do is to move away, and make sure you pick your area well.

Having experienced this myself, some of the staff who answer 101 will make you feel like the villain. There is nothing more frustrating that ringing 101 at 4am complaining about your neighbour and their loud TV, and you feel like the trouble maker.

Try ringing up your Safer Neighbourhood Police Team, as they are likely to pay a visit to the neighbour - this could defuse the situation.

With regards the noise monitoring equipment, you could be waiting 8 weeks. The problem here is that if your neighbour do see this equipment being delivered, they will keep the noise down during the week when the equipment is in your home.

When I moved in origionally, all the people who lived here were owner occupiers - in other words, they all had mortgages and worked. The place was tidy, tranquil and the atmosphere was good.

Three years ago, the council bought a high percentage of them, and now we they are turned over to social housing. We now have fag ends all over the lawn/flowers, constant swearing, people coming and going at all hours of the night until 4am, cars with loud exhausts driving up and down constantly ( how the hell do these people afford to put petrol in the car to drive up and down all night?)

I personally am looking at saving up to move to a different area.

Certain areas are certainly no go for workers, and I'll certainly be doing my best to avoid these

[big_g]

As mentioned, find out who the landlord is.

If for whatever reason you can't speak to them, report them.

In the meantime, buy some earplugs and maybe a timer for a table lamp (instead of an alarm clock). I know that you shouldn't have to but...


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[djelibeybi]

Originally Posted by madi_faye

As you dont have permission to record them i doubt the council would be able to use any recordings in court, you may also get in trouble for doing it

Having some experience regarding CCTV regulations, Sheffield Homes tenants and the Police, I know you can record any sound audible from your own property, but you are not permitted to video other people's property xxx

[Bonjon]

What about when they have been up untill 4 in the morning, when you get up, strap some speakers to the wall and blast out Justin Beiber, after a few hours of him bleating on and them not getting their daytime sleep, I should think they will be too tired to party all night!!