Record Year for Urban Gull Complaints in Coastal Towns

Urban Gull Complaints Hit Record Levels in Coastal Towns

Urban gull complaints across UK coastal towns have reached their highest recorded levels, with businesses and residents reporting increasing aggression, noise, and property damage. This rise in urban gull complaints highlights the urgent need for safe and lawful gull control strategies, especially for high-risk coastal areas.

Urban gull populations, particularly Herring Gulls, continue to expand across towns such as Dover, Thanet, Brighton, and coastal Kent. As a result, requests for professional gull control services are rapidly increasing.

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Why Urban Gull Complaints Are Increasing

There are several key reasons for the rise in urban gull complaints:

• Easy access to food waste
• Safe, warm rooftop nesting sites
• Lack of natural predators
• Rapid adaptation to urban environments

For more background on gull behaviour and the species involved, see the official guidance from Natural England:
🔗 https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/natural-england

This provides clear information on protected species and legal restrictions.

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The Impact of Urban Gulls on Local Communities

1. Noise and Aggression During Nesting Season

Urban gull complaints rise sharply between May and August. During this period, adult gulls defend chicks aggressively, leading to swooping, chasing, and unsafe interactions with the public.

2. Property and Roofing Damage

Nesting material blocks gutters, damages solar panels, and increases fire risks. More details are available in DEFRA’s guidance on problem birds:
🔗 https://www.gov.uk/guidance/wild-birds-protection-surveys-and-licences

3. Hygiene and Public Health

Droppings from urban gulls spread bacteria and cause slip hazards, making gull control essential for food industry sites, schools, and public buildings.

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Legal Limits on Gull Control (Important for Businesses)

Urban gull complaints cannot be solved with DIY methods, because Herring Gulls are a Red List species. Their eggs and nests cannot be touched without a specific licence.

Gull management must follow strict rules set out by Natural England and DEFRA:
🔗 https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/wildlife-management-licences

Sky Raiders ensures all gull control methods are 100% legal and compliant, protecting both your business and local wildlife.

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Professional Gull Control Solutions for Coastal Towns

Sky Raiders provides several lawful, effective options to help reduce urban gull complaints:

✔ Falconry-Based Deterrence

Using trained birds of prey creates a natural deterrent that encourages gulls to relocate without harm.

✔ Risk Assessments & Nesting Surveys

We assess nesting hotspots and roof structures to create a plan tailored to your property.
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✔ Anti-Perch and Proofing Installations

We use humane gull control techniques such as netting, spikes, and access prevention.

✔ Year-Round Management Plans

Scheduled visits significantly reduce recurrence of urban gull complaints each season.
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Why Coastal Businesses Choose Sky Raiders

Sky Raiders supports:

• Hotels and holiday parks
• Restaurants and cafés
• Warehouses and ports
• Schools and healthcare sites
• Local authorities

We specialise in coastal gull control, with years of experience managing high-risk sites across Kent and the South East.

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Need Help With Urban Gull Complaints?

If your coastal business is struggling with gulls, Sky Raiders can provide fast, legal, and sustainable solutions.

Click here to find out how to contact us…