Beginners Guide to ASB and Crime in Mile End, Tower Hamlets Part 1 – The Picture So Far

by | Mar 28, 2019 | Blog: All Things Mile End, All Things Tower Hamlets, Community, Crime and Anti Social Behavior (ASB)

ASB has been a rising issue in Mile End Ward, recent stabbings and shootings on the ward has caused a lot of concerns among residents. Below is a guide for residents and all concerned. Part 1 giving an overall picture of the present.

List of of ASB matters mentioned by residents on the Doorstep

  • Drugs (dealers and users, and disabled needles)
  • Nitrous Oxide use
  • Intimidating/threatening/abusive behaviour by groups of youths
  • Nitrous Oxide canister litter
  • Loitering by groups of youths
  • Alcohol abuse
  • Youth Rowdiness, especially at night
  • High speed/reckless driving/breach 7.5 tonne limit
  • Littering and broken glass
  • Public urination/defecation
  • Loud Music
  • Graffiti
  • Rough Sleepers
  • Trespass
  • Criminal Damage/Vandalism
  • Gangs
  • Break-ins
  • Cyclists using pavements
  • Riding mopeds on walkways and parks
  • Dog fouling
  • Illegal Parking
  • On-street Theft
  • Fighting

The Picture we have at the Moment

There is a rising tide of anger and frustration among residents in Mile End Ward regarding the escalation of Anti-Social Behaviour (ASB) within Mile End Ward. Much of this behaviour has been attributed by residents to alcohol, drugs, and nitrous oxide abuse by young males. Recently there has been incidents of violent crimes, shooting and stabbings.

Residents are reporting that in some cases this behaviour is affecting their lives so badly, some are considering leaving the area. Some have already left. There is a reported perception this problem has increased at the same time there has been a substantial reduction in police numbers in Tower Hamlets.

Pictures of hotspots

North Mile End – Covering Eric, Treby Estate.
Burdett Estate
Stainsby Road E14
Locksley Estate and Salmon Lane 

Reporting

Where residents have spoken to me on their perceived response to their calls about ASB, there were on the whole high levels of dissatisfaction and frustration expressed. This was based on the following:

  • Length of time it takes to log an incident via 101
  • No perceived action taken against recurring anti-social behaviour.
  • Length of time elapsed before anyone attends after a call has been logged.
  • Perceived lack of action by the Council or Social Landlord (East End Homes – Poplar HARCA – Tower Hamlets Homes – Gateway Housing).