What can the council do about anti-social behaviour?
We’re committed to making sure every resident can enjoy peace, safety and respect in their home and community.
We understand the serious impact anti-social behaviour (ASB) can have on your wellbeing — and we take all reports seriously.
How We Respond
When ASB is reported, we assess each case fairly and proportionately.
That means:
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We take strong action against serious or persistent behaviour
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We offer support and prevention for lower-level or one-off issues
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We work with you to understand the impact
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We ask for evidence to help us act
⚠️ We don’t usually take legal action for one-off minor noise or isolated disputes, but we will not ignore them.
For serious cases like violence or hate crime, stronger action will be taken immediately where possible.
Examples of council action to tackle anti-social behaviour:
- Verbal warnings
- Anti-social behaviour injunctions
- Warning letters
- Premises closure powers
- Acceptable behaviour contracts
- Community protection notices
- Good neighbour agreements
- Demotion of tenancy (council tenants)
- Community protection warnings
- Eviction (council tenants)
- Tenancy notices
- Public Space Protection Orders (PSPOs)
- Mediation
- Fixed penalty notices
- Parenting contracts
- Restorative justice
Read the council's policy statement for anti-social behaviour.