What is anti-social behaviour?

    Anti‑social behaviour (ASB) refers to actions that cause harassment, alarm, or distress to individuals, businesses, or the wider community. It includes behaviour that is disruptive, intimidating, or harmful to people’s sense of safety and wellbeing.

    Examples of anti-social behaviour

    Verbal abuse or threatening behaviour toward staff or members of the public

    Shoplifting or attempts to steal from a business

    Loitering, intimidating groups, or individuals causing nuisance around business premises

    Harassment, including unwanted behaviour toward staff, including racial, sexual harassment and relating to any other protected characteristic

    Vandalism criminal damage or graffiti on buildings or property

    Aggressive begging or persistent demands that make people feel unsafe

    Public drunkenness, drug use, or disorderly behaviour near a business

    Noise disturbances that impact staff or customers

    Throwing objects or causing damage inside or outside a business