anti-social behaviour
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
- 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
- Hounslow Council's Licensing Panel restricted alcohol sales hours for Tesco Express on 23 September 2026 following resident objections. Source
- 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
- 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
- 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.