Issue

Anti-social Behaviour

61 stories · discussed at 67 council meetings · 31 councils

Councils are currently addressing resident concerns about anti-social behaviour, noise, and public nuisance, particularly regarding late-night venue licensing and new developments.

Councils are currently addressing resident concerns about anti-social behaviour, noise, and public nuisance, particularly regarding late-night venue licensing. In September 2026, Hounslow Council restricted alcohol sales for a Tesco Express due to objections, while Hammersmith and Fulham approved a dessert shop licence despite noise fears. Kensington and Chelsea councillors also raised concerns about potential anti-social behaviour linked to a new bicycle parking area in Notting Hill Gate.

Throughout August and July 2026, several licensing decisions prompted similar concerns, with Kingston Council deferring a KFC licence and Lewisham imposing conditions on House of Flavours due to noise and disorder. Meanwhile, Barking and Dagenham Council adopted a new Community Safety Partnership Strategy in September 2026, identifying anti-social behaviour as a priority area for 2026-2030.

Other councils are also focusing on tackling anti-social behaviour; Brent Council announced plans in July 2026 to revitalise high streets by addressing drug use and street drinking. Hammersmith and Fulham's Anti-Social Behaviour Unit reported a 141% increase in caseload over three years, including a rise in hate crime and cuckooing. Bromley Council's Licensing Sub-Committee is scheduled to meet on 7 October 2026.

Key facts

  1. Barking and Dagenham Council adopted its Community Safety Partnership Strategy for 2026-2030 on 23 September 2026, listing anti-social behaviour as a priority. Source
  2. Hounslow Council's Licensing Panel restricted alcohol sales hours for Tesco Express on 23 September 2026 following resident objections. Source
  3. Kensington and Chelsea Council approved facade plans on 8 September 2026 despite councillor concerns about potential anti-social behaviour around a new bike store. Source
  4. Hammersmith and Fulham's Anti-Social Behaviour Unit reported a 141% increase in its caseload over the past three years, as of July 2026. Source
  5. Lewisham Council's Licensing Sub Committee D imposed additional conditions on House of Flavours' licence in July 2026 following complaints of noise and anti-social behaviour. Source
About this summary

This summary was written automatically from our published stories and the council meeting records they draw on, with background from Wikipedia. It describes what councils have discussed and decided; it does not take a view on any decision. Each key fact links to the story it comes from. Updated 30 September 2026. Spotted a mistake? Email community@opencouncil.network.

Stories, page 2

  1. Late-night refreshment bid divides Earl's Court A bid to extend the opening hours of a popular Earl's Court eatery until 3 am has sparked division among residents and local councillors, with concerns raised about potential... Kensington and Chelsea 8 August 2026
  2. Brewery licence granted despite noise fears A brewery has been granted a licence to sell alcohol despite significant concerns raised by local residents about potential noise disturbances. Br3wery, located at 97 Moyser... Wandsworth 8 August 2026
  3. Brent Council to Revitalise High Streets by Promoting 'Aspirational' Businesses and Tackling Anti-Social Behaviour Brent's high streets are set to undergo a transformation, with a new strategy aiming to foster more aspirational businesses and move away from non-aspirational ones. The... Brent 31 July 2026
  4. McDonald's Extended Hours Approved in Sidcup Bexley Council's Planning Committee has approved a temporary 12-month extension to the opening hours of a McDonald's restaurant in Sidcup, allowing for dine-in and takeaway... Bexley 29 July 2026
  5. Sainsbury's wins 24-hour alcohol licence bid Sainsbury's has been granted a licence to sell alcohol 24 hours a day at its New Festival Quarter store in Tower Hamlets. The decision was made by the council's Licensing Sub... Tower Hamlets 28 July 2026
  6. Late-Night Bar Licence Extended Despite Anti-Social Behaviour Fears A Wandsworth pub has been granted an extended licence until 2:30 am on Fridays and Saturdays, despite concerns from residents about anti-social behaviour and noise. The decision... Wandsworth 25 July 2026
  7. Kensington and Chelsea Council Calls for Increased Police Presence and Reopened Station Counters Residents are demanding a greater police presence on the streets and the reopening of police station front counters as concerns about crime rates persist. A motion brought... Kensington and Chelsea 25 July 2026
  8. House of Flavours licence reviewed amid noise and disorder claims Lewisham Council's Licensing Sub Committee D has imposed additional conditions on the licence for House of Flavours following a review prompted by numerous complaints from local... Lewisham 24 July 2026