Neighbour disputes

Dear Resident,

We don’t always see eye-to-eye with our neighbours, but in most cases simply talking peacefully to one another is the best way to solve a problem. However, if talking hasn’t worked or you can’t discuss the issue with your neighbour, find out how you can get help to resolve the issue.

It’s important to note that most of these cases are not matters for the police, although there are some circumstances when you should contact us. 

If you live in rented property or social housing, your landlord or housing association may be able to help you. If the problem involves noise, such as a loud party or dogs barking, please contact your local council as this isn’t a police matter. For disagreements over boundary walls, fences, trees or hedges, contact citizens advice for free information and support.

If the problems have escalated or you’ve been threatened, verbally abused, or personally targeted please report this to us on 101 or 999 in an emergency. 

We would rather hear from you, and find ways to help, than find out that you were suffering in silence.

https://www.kingston.gov.uk/environmental-health

https://www.kingston.gov.uk/parking-1/illegally-parked-vehicles/1

https://www.kingston.gov.uk/planning-development

https://www.citizensadvicekingston.org.uk/

Kind Regards,

Police Staff Wayne Griffith

Norbiton, Coombe Vale, New Malden Village Safer Neighbourhood Team