Preston City Council seize music equipment from Fishwick home after repeated noise complaints
Environmental Protection officers in Preston have seized music equipment following an ongoing noise niisance.
Preston City Council’s Environmental Protection team has seized music amplification equipment from a property in the Fishwick area following repeated complaints of excessive noise affecting local residents.
A warrant was executed on Monday, March 30 2026 at an address on Calverley Street, Preston - located within the Prosper Partnership area- with support from officers at Preston Police.
The action followed a number of complaints received by the Council regarding loud music emanating from the property.
Environmental Protection officers investigated the reports and witnessed noise that amounted to a statutory noise nuisance.
In response, several warning letters were issued to the occupants, followed by the service of a formal abatement notice under the Environmental Protection Act 1990.
Despite this, further complaints were received and officers again witnessed noise nuisance at the address.
As a result of continued non‑compliance, the Council applied to the Magistrates’ Court for a warrant to enter the property.
The warrant was granted so officers subsequently seized a number of items used to cause the disturbance, including two televisions, a laptop and a beat box.
The occupant may apply to have the seized equipment returned after 28 days, subject to payment of the Council’s associated costs.
Mark Taylor, Interim Director of Environment and Property, said: "Council officers always encourage residents to speak with their neighbours and try to resolve issues informally first, where possible. When that fails and a legal notice is ignored, enforcement action becomes necessary.
“Our officers are committed to tackling anti-social behaviour and preventing disturbances that can impact residents' quality of life. We will continue to work closely with the Prosper Partnership demonstrating the value of collaborative working in supporting safe, respectful and thriving communities.”
Preston City Council says it remains committed to protecting residents from ongoing noise nuisance and will continue to take proportionate enforcement action where necessary to improve quality of life within local communities.