Issue

noise levels

2 stories · discussed at 1 council meeting · 3 councils

Councils are addressing resident concerns about noise levels from proposed cafe bars and park events.

In July 2026, residents in Kensington and Chelsea raised objections to a proposed cafe bar, Chill Since 93, seeking a licence for alcohol sales and late-night refreshments, citing public nuisance concerns, which often relate to noise levels.

Ealing Council committed to reviewing noise levels from events in Gunnersbury Park in October 2025, following complaints from residents, a commitment made after Councillor Andrew Steed raised concerns.

No upcoming council meetings are currently scheduled to discuss noise levels, which refers to the intensity of sound and its potential impact on residents and the environment.

Key facts

  1. Residents objected to a proposed cafe bar's licence application for 61 King's Road in July 2026, citing public nuisance. Source
  2. The proposed Chill Since 93 cafe bar seeks permission for alcohol sales until 11:30 pm on Sundays. Source
  3. Ealing Council promised a review of noise levels from events in Gunnersbury Park in October 2025. Source
  4. Councillor Andrew Steed raised concerns about disturbances from Gunnersbury Park events in October 2025. Source
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Latest stories

  1. Residents object to new King's Road cafe bar licence Residents have voiced strong objections to a proposed cafe bar's licence application for 61 King's Road, citing concerns over public nuisance, crime, disorder, and the... Kensington and Chelsea 11 July 2026
  2. Gunnersbury Park Noise Review Promised Ealing Council has promised a review of noise levels emanating from events held in Gunnersbury Park, following complaints from residents. The commitment was made during a... Ealing 25 October 2025