Anti-social behaviour

What is anti-social behaviour?

Not all nuisance is considered anti-social behaviour.

Examples of anti-social behaviour include:

• Noise nuisance – loud parties; shouting; excessive noise from TV or audio equipment
• Criminal damage and vandalism
• Physical violence against people and property
• Verbal abuse; harassment; intimidation or threatening behaviour
• Dealing or supplying drugs or the use of property for other unlawful purposes

The following examples are NOT considered to be anti-social behaviour:

• Noise from children playing
• Personal differences or family disputes
• Disagreements about parking
• Civil disputes such as boundary issues
• Living or domestic noise including conversation heard through walls and floors, neighbours walking around their home, noise travelling due to poor insulation and domestic activity such as vacuuming or using a washing machine

Who do I contact if I want to report anti-social behaviour?

Before reporting anti-social behaviour it may be helpful for you to look at the Frequently Asked Questions.

The best way to report an issue is to complete the anti-social behaviour form online.

You can also report anti-social behaviour by contacting your Housing Management Officer or email: info@cornwallhousing.org.uk

Report anti-social behaviour

Use our online form

Telephone 0300 1234 161

Email: info@cornwallhousing.org.uk

Frequently asked questions

Please have a look at our Frequently Asked Questions on Anti Social Behaviour.