Anti-social behaviour

We all know that pleasant, safe communities and neighbourhoods, free from anti-social behaviour are good places to live. Worthing Homes treat reports of anti-social behaviour very seriously and are committed to doing everything possible to deal with and prevent anti-social behaviour.

Your responsibilities in your community

You have a responsibility to respect your neighbours and the local environment and be aware of and keep to the conditions of your tenancy. You are also responsible for the behaviour of your family, visitors and pets.

Following the Anti-Social Behaviour Act 2003 we are required to produce a summary of our policy and procedures, which explains our commitment and how we will deal with reports of anti-social behaviour.

Download a copy of our Anti-social Behaviour Booklet or alternatively you can get a copy from Worthing Homes reception or Neighbourhood Housing on 01903 703 102.

Please contact us for the full ASB Policy and Procedures.

Examples of anti-social behaviour

The Crime and Disorder Act, 1998 formally defines anti-social behaviour also know as ‘ASB’ in terms of behaviour that ‘caused or was likely to cause harassment, alarm or distress to one or more persons not of the same household as [the defendant].' Examples include:

• loud playing of hi-fi, radio, TV or musical instruments;
• constant slamming of doors or dogs barking;
• using or threatening to use premises for immoral or illegal purposes;
• violence or threats of violence, or violence against property;
• domestic violence;
• aggressive and threatening language and behaviour;
• intimidation or harassment;
• racial, homophobic or disability related harassment;
• fouling of public areas;
• graffiti;
• fly-tipping;
• vandalism.