Ask Our Experts
Questions from readers dealing with specific neighbour problems and expert responses. Topics range from noise and boundary disputes to CCTV concerns and parking issues.
How Do I Find Out if Neighbour Is a Sex Offender?
You can use Sarah's Law to check if someone near you is a sex offender, or report concerns directly to police.
My Rights Regarding My Neighbour's Trees?
You can trim branches hanging over your property line, but check if the tree has protection orders first or you could face hefty fines.
Neighbour Blames My Builder for Damage
Your neighbour claims your builder damaged their roof, but they'll need a professional surveyor to prove it wasn't just weather or age.
Neighbour Guide: Wood Burning Stoves and Chimineas
If your neighbour's wood stove or chiminea is filling your garden with smoke, here's what the law says and what you can do about it.
Noisy Flat Above Is There Anyting We Can Do
Noise from the flat above you can often be solved by talking to neighbours first, then involving your landlord or local authority if needed.
Own a Driveway but Park on Road: What's the Law?
Parking on the road when you own a driveway is generally legal in the UK, though it may feel inconsiderate to neighbours.
Problem Dogs: The Law and Who to Contact
When your neighbour's dog is a problem, talking it through usually works, but your local authority and police have powers to step in if it doesn't.
Problems with Neighbouring Trees: Action Guide
You can cut back branches hanging over your property, but you need to handle it carefully with your neighbour to avoid legal trouble.
Public Rights of Way in England and Wales
Know your rights on England and Wales public paths, from footpaths to byways, and what landowners must maintain.
Stop Off-road Vehicles on Public Footpaths and Countryside
Understand which vehicles are legally banned from UK public footpaths and what counts as a mechanically propelled vehicle under the law.
Unhappy with a Neighbour's High Hedge?
Here's how to handle a neighbour's overgrown hedge through mediation, legal action, or local council intervention.
What Can We Do About a Neighbour's CCTV Camera?
Your neighbour's CCTV pointing at your home breaches privacy laws, so speaking to them about repositioning it is usually the best first step.
What Can We Do About Our Neighbour's Noisy Dogs?
If your neighbour's dog barks constantly, try talking to them first, then contact your local dog warden if the problem continues.
What Is the Antisocial Behaviour Act 2003?
The 2003 Act gives councils and police powers to tackle antisocial behaviour in England and Wales through closure orders and injunctions.
What Should We Do About Our Neighbour's Complaining?
Help your neighbour complaints by understanding noise laws and what counts as a legitimate nuisance under UK law.
What to Do About Noisy, Dirty or Aggressive Animals
Deal with noisy, dirty or aggressive animals from neighbours by knowing when to talk to them, contact authorities, or take legal action.
Wood Burning Stove: Can Neighbour Object?
Your neighbour can object to your wood burning stove if you're in a Smoke Control Area, but the rules depend on where you live.