Anti-social behaviour refers to conduct that negatively affects public spaces, community amenity, or the sense of safety and comfort for others. The City of Bayswater’s Community Safety Officers respond to a range of anti-social issues that may not always be criminal, but still warrant monitoring, engagement, and appropriate intervention.
We respond to:
- Disorderly conduct - Behaviour that disrupts the peace or causes alarm or discomfort in public spaces. Examples include:
- Yelling, swearing, or arguing loudly in public
- Causing a scene that draws attention or makes others feel unsafe
- Refusing to comply with requests to move on or moderate behaviour
- Street drinking - Drinking alcohol in public places where it is not permitted, such as parks, footpaths, or public areas.
- It leads to intoxicated behaviour or public disturbances
- Individuals gather to drink in groups, causing concern to residents or passers-by
- Offensive behaviour - Actions, speech, or gestures that are likely to offend, insult, or distress members of the public. This includes:
- Using abusive or aggressive language in public
- Making offensive gestures or displaying indecent behaviour
- Intimidating others verbally without physical contact
- Loitering in Parks or Public Areas - Spending time in public spaces such as parks, carparks, or recreational areas is not inherently a concern. However, Community Safety Officers may respond when:
- The behaviour appears disruptive, suspicious, or intimidating to others
- Individuals are seen congregating late at night in a way that draws complaints or attention
- The presence of a group coincides with reports of antisocial activity, such as noise, vandalism, or littering