The online maps that reveal the noisiest parts of the country
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Maps showing the levels of noise produced by major industries, airports, road and rail networks are available online for the first time.
The Government hopes they will help reduce noise pollution and protect designated quiet areas.
The maps, which cover 23 urban areas in England, are available to the public on the Department for Environment and Rural Affairs website.
This online map of London is just one of those released by Defra to show levels of noise in the country
Click here to find out about noise pollution levels in your area
Users are able to search by postcode for information showing different levels of noise over a 24-hour period.
Environment Minister Jonathan Shaw said: 'Factors like transport and industry are a necessary part of modern life.
But we need to look at what further practical steps we can take to make people's lives more tranquil. These maps provide the most comprehensive snapshot yet of noise in our country, all at the click of a mouse.
The Government hopes they will help reduce noise pollution and protect designated quiet areas.
The maps, which cover 23 urban areas in England, are available to the public on the Department for Environment and Rural Affairs website.
This online map of London is just one of those released by Defra to show levels of noise in the country
Click here to find out about noise pollution levels in your area
Users are able to search by postcode for information showing different levels of noise over a 24-hour period.
Environment Minister Jonathan Shaw said: 'Factors like transport and industry are a necessary part of modern life.
But we need to look at what further practical steps we can take to make people's lives more tranquil. These maps provide the most comprehensive snapshot yet of noise in our country, all at the click of a mouse.
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