Anti-Social Behaviour
Anti-Social Behaviour
Anti‑Social Behaviour (ASB) is any aggressive, intimidating, or destructive activity that negatively affects another person’s quality of life. It can harm individuals, communities, and the local environment.
Examples of ASB:
- Nuisance, rowdy and inconsiderate behaviour
- Vandalism and graffiti
- Abusive or threatening language
- Neighbour disputes
- Fly tipping (please contact Streetscene on 08000 198 598)
- Abandoned vehicles (report online – https://www.gosport.gov.uk/article/796/Abandoned-vehicle)
Reporting ASB:
Non‑Emergency ASB
If the behaviour is not an emergency, you can report it by:
- Calling the police on 101
- Using the online reporting form: https://www.hampshire.police.uk/ro/report/asb/asb/report-antisocial-behaviour/
Emergencies
If someone is at immediate risk of harm, always call 999.
Reporting Noise Nuisance:
Noise complaints should be made to Environmental Health:
Call 01329 824399 (Monday – Friday, 09:00 – 17:00)
Further information on noise procedures is available at – www.gosport.gov.uk/sections/environment/environmental-health/housing-pollution/noise-and-other-nuisances/
ASB Legislation and Powers:
The Anti-Social Behaviour, Crime and Policing Act 2014 introduced a simplified set of tools and powers to help agencies tackle ASB more effectively. The guidance below outlines how these powers should be used:
ASB Statutory Guidance – July 2025
ASB Case Review (formerly known as the Community Trigger):
If you have reported ASB multiple times and feel no effective action has been taken, you can request an ASB Case Review. More information can be found here – https://www.safergosport.co.uk/asb-case-review/
If you wish to activate an ASB Case Review please contact Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary via 101.
The Borough of Gosport and Town Centre Public Spaces Protection Order 2023 (PSPO):
Gosport Borough Council approved The Borough of Gosport and Town Centre PSPO 2023 for a period of three years from 14 December 2023.