Anti–social behaviour

Now that more and more people live in close housing communities, we can all expect a certain amount of noise and disturbance from others going about their normal, daily lives.

Most people respect others’ need for privacy and quiet. But there are people and families who act unreasonably towards their neighbours and communities.

As your landlord, we will investigate allegations of nuisance or anti-social behaviour, and deal with the complaint appropriately. You can report problems 24 hours a day using our OneCALL helpline: 0845 8 507 507.

pages in this section What we mean by anti–social behaviour... The types of behaviour that would be considered ‘anti-social’. Domestic abuse... Support is available if someone close to you is abusing you physically or emotionally. If your partner leaves because of your abuse, you could be evicted from your home. Respect Standard for Housing Management... The Respect programme is a wide ranging response to tackling anti–social behaviour and its causes. Report an incident online... Report anti-social behaviour or nuisance.

further information Neighbour disputes... Most neighbour disputes can be easily resolved. These pages will tell you how and what to do if you can't. Wakefield District Community Safety Partnership... WDH is working with Wakefield Council, West Yorkshire Police and other local organisations to help reduce crime and the fear of crime, by making sure that people feel safer in the places where they live and work. Community safety strategy (pdf)... How WDH is working with residents and local organisations to make the community safer and more confident. And some facts and figures showing how we are doing so far! WDH’s policy on anti–social behaviour (pdf)... Read our policy on Anti-Social Behaviour. WDH’s guide to nuisance and anti–social behaviour (pdf)... All about what constitutes anti-social behaviour, how WDH will deal with it, and what you can do to help. ASB guide for young people (pdf)... Simple and straightforward information aimed towards young people, explaining what types of behaviour might be considered anti-social, and what the consequences can be. Community leadership... A personal development programme for young people in the community has been set up by WDH in partnership with Outward Bound Limited. Visit the Respect website to find out more about tackling anti-social behaviour and its causes. Visit the West Yorkshire Police’s Neighbourhood Policing Homepage to read about police work in your local area.