Acoustic Consultancy Services in Bristol

inacoustic is a leading noise consultancy and acoustic design specialist based in Bristol, specialising in environmental noise measurement and environmental noise surveys, noise impact assessments and noise modelling, planning and licensing noise, building and architectural acoustic design, construction noise and vibration assessments, environmental impact assessments (EIA) and event noise management. 

Our office is based in Clifton, Bristol and our experienced team of Acoustic Consultants has substantial local knowledge of Bristol and the specific noise and acoustics challenges associated with the area (including relevant local planning and licensing standards).

We have worked on projects across the length and breadth of Bristol, and we are regularly instructed to lead on acoustics and noise for projects based in areas such as Clifton, Bedminster, Redland, Horfield, Southville, Cotham, Bishopston, Hengrove and Henleaze.

In an industry often shrouded in complexity, our ability to listen, problem-solve, create practical solutions and clearly communicate them to our clients sets us apart. Our accomplished team of consultants always take the time to understand our client’s unique goals before expertly delivering on each brief, and we’re always on hand to assist with queries throughout the project lifecycle. 

Since our inception, we have provided best-in-class noise consultancy and acoustic design services to clients throughout the United Kingdom. With our multi-disciplinary consultancy background, our track record of creating commercially advantageous and practically achievable solutions for clients and our decades of experience in the noise and acoustics sector, your next project will be safe and sound with us.

  • Noise Assessments

    • Noise Assessments and Noise Impact Assessments for Residential, Commercial, Industrial, Retail, Leisure, Healthcare, Workspace and Educational Developments

    • BS4142:2014+A1:2019 Assessments

    • BS 8233:2014+A1:2021

    • BS 5228-1:2009+A1:2014

    • Technical Advice Note 11 (TAN11)

    • ProPG: Planning & Noise

    • National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF)

    • National Policy Statement England (NPSE)

    • National Planning Policy Guidance (NPPG)

    • The Control of Noise at Work Regulations 2005

    Environmental Noise Surveys

    • Attended (short-term) Noise Surveys

    • Unattended (Longer-term) Noise Surveys

    • Remote Access Noise Monitoring

    • BS 7445-1 :2003

    Energy & Renewables Noise

    • Solar Farm Noise Assessments

    • Solar Photovoltaic (Solar PV) Noise Assessments

    • Battery Storage Assessments / BESS Assessments

    • ETSU-R-97 Windfarm Assessments

    • ETSU-R-97 Wind Turbine Assessments

    • Short Term Operating Reserve (STOR) Assessments

    • Hydrogen Power Plant Assessments

    • Anaerobic Digestion (AD Power) Assessments

    • Biomass Energy Assessments

    • Biofuel & Biogass Assessments

    • Energy from Waste (EfW) Assessments

    • Geothermal Energy Assessments

    • Hydroelectric Power Assessments

    Residential Development Noise

    • Single-unit and small-scale residential housing

    • New-build housing estates

    • Residential refurbishment

    • Commercial or retail to residential renovation

    • New-town master planning

    • Apartment block development

    • Assisted living and independent living

    • Retirement living

    • Purpose Built Student Accommodation (PBSA)

    • Hotels and guest houses

    • Temporary accommodation

    • Sheltered accommodation

    • Modular housing units

    Planning & Licensing Noise

    • Environmental Noise Surveys

    • Ambient Noise Surveys

    • Specific Noise Measurements

    • Commissioning Tests

    • Vibration Surveys

    • Attended Noise Measurement & Remote Access Monitoring

    • Noise Impact Assessments

    • Noise Contour Mapping

    • Noise Modelling

    • Assessment of construction noise and traffic noise associated with developments

    • Noise limit setting for events

    • Noise Management Plans

    • Recommendation of Noise Controls

    • Expert testimony and representation at Planning Appeal or Licensing Appeal

    • Noise Assessments for Planning

    • Preparation of noise and vibration Chapters and Sections for Environmental Statements (ES) and Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA)

    Building & Architectural Acoustics

    • Complete RIBA Stage Acoustic Design Consultancy, through RIBA Stage 1, RIBA Stage 2, RIBA Stage 3, RIBA Stage 4, RIBA Stage 5 and RIBA Stage 6

    • Design experience on a comprehensive array of projects, including design for compliance with the following standards:

    • Approved Document E – Residential Acoustic Design Specification

    • Approved Document O – Acoustic Design for Residential Overheating

    • Building Bulleting 93 (BB93) – Acoustic Design of Schools

    • British Council for Offices (BCO) – Acoustic Design for Offices or Workspaces

    • BREEAM Pol 05 – Noise Impact of Existing & New Externally Mounted Plant

    • BREEAM Hea 05 – Sound Insulation, Internal Ambient Noise Levels and Reverberation for Industrial, Retail, Prison and Other uses

    • LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) – Acoustic Design for Healthy, Efficient, Carbon and Cost-Saving green buildings

    • HTM 08-01 (Health Technical Memorandum 08-01: Acoustics) – Acoustic Design for new healthcare facilities

    • BS 8233 – Acoustic Design for minimum ambient noise level targets for spaces within unoccupied buildings

    For full information on our services, please visit our Services Page.

  • We work across the entirety of Bristol, including:

    • Bristol City Centre

    • Stokes Croft

    • Clifton

    • Filton

    • Brislington

    • Easton

    • Totterdown

    • Harbourside

    • Hartcliffe

    • And many more

Acoustic Consultants with local and expert acoustic knowledge of Bristol.


At inacoustic, we provide friendly and comprehendable acoustic services related to sound and vibration across Bristol.

  • Planning Permission

  • Acoustic Design

  • Sound Testing

  • Noise Assessments

Our Services

Acoustic Noise Assessments in the South West

Noise Assessments

Our Noise Assessments evaluate the impact of noise on noise-sensitive locations to meet specific criteria. Our reports offer practical recommendations to comply with British Standards, best practices, and local authority criteria, ensuring negative effects from noise are minimised during planning and licensing applications.

Wind Turbine Environmental Noise Surveys in the South West

Environmental Noise Surveys

We conduct precise environmental noise surveys to measure the acoustic environment in a given location utilising advanced technology and industry standards for optimal results. Our surveys provide data for use in our technical reports and can guide commercial decision-making.

Solar Renewable Energy Noise in the South West

Renewable Energy Noise

We analyse the noise impact of renewable energy projects like Wind Farms, Solar PV sites, Battery Storage, Hydrogen Power Plants and more. Our assessments ensure compliance with local regulations and standards for acoustic design and assist our clients with commercial decision-making.

Residential Development Noise

Our residential noise assessments help to identify potential noise constraints that may arise from the development of a new residential scheme or master plan. We provide practical strategies in accordance with BS8233, BS4142 and ProPG to uphold residential amenity, meet client requirements and incorporate good acoustic design wherever possible.

Planning & Licensing Noise Assessments

Planning & Licensing Noise

We provide noise assessments and reports to support planning and licensing applications for a wide range of projects. Our expertise helps ensure compliance with national planning practices, local regulations and industry standards.

Building & Architectural Acoustics

Our building and architectural acoustics services help ensure cost-effective, acoustic solutions in a wide range of buildings and spaces. We work with architects, designers, and contractors to provide practical solutions that enhance acoustic performance and reduce noise, whilst achieving regulatory compliance.