What is antisocial behaviour
Antisocial behaviour is when someone acts in a way that causes alarm or distress to others who are not part of their household.
Antisocial behaviour affects everyone. It can harm your wellbeing, your neighbourhood and your sense of safety.
Examples of antisocial behaviour
You might experience antisocial behaviour as:
- noise disturbances such as loud music, parties, shouting or barking dogs
- harassment or threats including verbal abuse, bullying or intimidation
- damage or vandalism like graffiti, broken windows or property damage
- drug-related activity such as dealing, misuse or suspicious behaviour
- litter and dog fouling in communal or public areas
- commercial or construction noise from alarms, generators or building works
When to contact the police
Some behaviour is a crime and should be reported to the police:
- violence or threats – call 999 in an emergency or 101 for non-emergencies
- drug dealing – call 101 or contact Crimestoppers
- hate crime – call 101 or use online hate crime reporting
When to contact us
You should contact us if you are affected by:
- ongoing domestic noise problems
- littering or environmental issues
- harassment from neighbours
- repeated nuisance complaints
Speak to your Housing Officer or the Antisocial Behaviour Team:
- Call: 01349 886602
- Email: housing@highland.gov.uk
What we do
We investigate reports and may:
- issue warnings or notices
- offer mediation or neighbourhood resolution
- work with the police or other agencies if behaviour escalates
- take legal action if needed