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Extremely Loud Manhole Cover
Reported via mobile in the Manhole category anonymously at 06:54, Thursday 23 April 2026 using FixMyStreet Pro
Sent to Oxfordshire County Council less than a minute later. FixMyStreet ref: 9339771.
I would like to report an issue with an extremely loud manhole cover on our street that is significantly affecting residents’ quality of life.
Every time a vehicle passes over the cover, it produces a very loud banging/clattering noise, particularly noticeable during the night when traffic is lighter and background noise is minimal. This disturbance is frequent and severe enough to wake residents from sleep multiple times throughout the night.
The issue has been ongoing for some time and appears to be getting worse, possibly due to the cover becoming loose or improperly seated. The noise is disruptive, stressful, and is impacting sleep and wellbeing for multiple households nearby.
We would greatly appreciate it if this could be inspected and repaired as soon as possible - it’s making me mentally and physically unwell.
Council ref: ENQ261097888
Updates
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Thank you for your enquiry. This issue has been passed onto the relevant team for investigation.
State changed to: Investigating
Posted by Oxfordshire County Council at 06:54, Thursday 23 April 2026
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Thank for you for your report, Oxfordshire County Council are receiving large volumes of enquiries at present. To assist us further with your enquiry, please could you provide an image of the issue including the surrounding area of its location as a benchmark. This information will support us in delivering a quicker and more effective service. PLEASE NOTE – Only take photographs where safe in doing so, please do not obstruct live traffic flows, step into a live carriageway, or put yourself at any risk in taking a photo. Thank you in advance for supporting the local community.
Posted anonymously at 13:05, Tuesday 28 April 2026
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