ASB week of action day 2

This week is ASB week of action. However it is more than a week  campaign. It’s a call to action. A chance for all of us—police, local authorities, housing providers, community organisations, and, most importantly, residents—to come together with one clear message: anti-social behaviour will not be tolerated, and we will stand together to address it head-on.

Anti-social behaviour isn’t just loud music or public nuisance. It can mean harassment, vandalism, drug misuse, intimidation, or reckless acts that damage trust and cause fear. It chips away at people’s sense of safety, their health, and their right to enjoy their homes and neighbourhoods in peace.

During this Week of Action, we're doing more than raising awareness. 

Today’s theme 

Neighbour disputes

Neighbour disputes can often start small but escalate if not addressed calmly. Whether it’s noise, boundaries, or other disagreements, we encourage open and respectful communication first. If problems continue or escalate, support is available through mediation services, your local council, or police if necessary.

Let’s work together to keep our communities peaceful and respectful. 

You (and your neighbours) can report noise pollution in West Northamptonshire: 📢 Report noise pollution (e.g. loud music, construction noise, barking dogs): West Northamptonshire Council – Noise pollution page: https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/environmental-health/noise-pollution

What qualifies as a statutory nuisance (regular, disruptive noise like loud music, alarms, pets, construction) How to gather evidence (e.g. diary sheets, logs, sound monitoring) Why anonymous reports aren’t accepted, and how your information is handled stophateuk.org northamptonchron.co.uk westnorthants.gov.uk You can start the process online from that page. 

If the noise is part of broader anti-social behaviour, you can also report it through: Report anti-social behaviour: West Northamptonshire Council online form 🛠 How to tackle neighbour noise: Check the reporting link above. 

Keep a detailed noise diary — log dates, times, duration and impact. Submit online with evidence, so Environmental Health can investigate. Expect an investigation, which may involve noise officers visiting. Legal action (Abatement Notice) may be taken if nuisance persists. Remember: informal communication first—official enforcement follows if needed. 

Let us know if you’d like help filling out a diary or drafting a polite message to your neighbour!

📞 For emergencies or a crime in progress – call 999 📱 For non-emergencies – report online at www.police.uk or call 101

Let’s continue the momentum beyond this week. Together, we can reclaim our streets, restore pride in our communities, and make it clear that respect, safety, and community spirit are values we all share—and will defend.