Noise Levels in Essex
East Of England · 58 postcodes · Average: 56 dB (Moderate)
56 dB
Average Noise
3
Towns/Areas
58
Postcodes
2
Motorways
Transport Infrastructure
Motorways & Major Roads
M11M25
Airports
Stansted
Railway Lines
East Anglia Main Line
Towns in Essex Ranked by Noise
| Town | Avg dB | Rating | Postcodes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burnham On Crouch | 58 dB | Moderate | 25 |
| Westcliff On Sea | 57 dB | Moderate | 17 |
| Colchester | 54 dB | Moderate | 16 |
Noise in Essex
Essex has an average environmental noise level of 56 dB across 58 postcode districts, rated as Moderate. The county contains 3 towns with varying noise profiles.
Major motorways and A-roads running through Essex include M11, M25. Postcodes near these routes tend to have higher road traffic noise. See our motorway noise guide for affected areas.
Essex is affected by aircraft noise from Stansted. Check our flight path checker to see which postcodes are under approach and departure routes.
Railway lines through Essex include East Anglia Main Line. Our railway noise guide covers affected areas.
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