Criminal offences need to be reported to the police immediately. If you feel your safety is at immediate risk, you should call the police, and dire service if necessary, on 999. Otherwise, call 101.

Criminal activity is obviously serious, but it can also have a serious impact on how you feel about where you live and if you feel safe.

It can include things like:

  • Arson
  • Drug use or dealing
  • Gun or knife crime
  • Assault
  • Sexual offences
  • Threats or abuse or violence 
  • Criminal damage or threatening behaviours 

 

Reporting Criminal activity

Always contact the police in the first instance. If it is an emergency and someone's safety is at risk, call 999 immediately. Otherwise you can contact the police on 101.

Once you have spoken to the police, please call us on 0300 123 2221  so we can record the incident report number and the officer’s name. We'll then contact them and try and work with them and you to agree on the next steps.

You can also make your report using our online ASB form but this may take a little longer.

If you do not believe you can safely return to your home, you should report this to the police; we can not offer any temporary accommodation, but if the police agree that it is unsafe for you to return home you can approach your local authority for emergency accommodation (with proof of the police verification).

 

Reporting damage left by the crime

If any criminal activity has left behind any materials in a communal area that need clearing away, please complete our general online reporting form and attach a photo if possible, and we will arrange to get this removed.

If any of these materials are hazardous to health, such as needles or bodily fluids  or prevent you living safety in your home (such as Arson attack) you should call us urgently on 0300 123 2221 to avoid any potential delay in picking up your online report.

 

How to get extra support?

You're not alone. As well as the help and support you'll receive from us, here are some great organisations you can talk to as well:

ASB Help

ASB Help is a registered charity in England and Wales set up to provide advice and support to victims of antisocial behaviour.

Get help

Victim Support

If you've been affected by crime and need help afterwards, then Victim Support can help Get in touch anytime for independent, free, and confidential advice.

Learn more

Stop Hate UK

They provide a free, independent 24/7 hate crime reporting helpline, specialist training and education, consultancy, and innovative solutions to challenge hate in society.

Get help

Crimestoppers

To report crime anonymously call 0800 555 111

Report now

Police

For emergencies call 999. For non-emergencies call 101

Find your local Police team

Childline

For children and young people reporting or concerned about bullying or abuse.

Get support

Citizens Advice

Citizens Advice give people the knowledge and confidence they need to find their way forward - whoever they are, and whatever their problem.

Learn more

Find your local authority

Your local authority, or council, can also offer help and advice when trying to tackle antisocial behaviour.

Find your local authority