Home & neighbourhood issues

Home & neighbourhood issues

Looking for information about your neighbourhood or home? Whether you need help with anti-social behaviour, want to learn about your building’s TV and broadband options, or have questions about parking, this page has everything you need to stay informed.

Anti-social behaviour

Our priority is to ensure that our communities and residents feel safe and work together to solve any differences. If you're experiencing actions like harassment, vandalism, noise disturbances, and intimidation, this is considered anti-social behaviour.

Taking steps yourself

We encourage all residents to, firstly, try and resolve any problems they have themselves. Below are some suggestions of how you might do this.

  • Start with a chat: if you’re having issues with a neighbour, try talking to them first. They may not realise their actions are causing a problem, and most people appreciate the chance to make things right. Be polite and calm—clearly explain the issue and how it affects you. If appropriate, invite them to see the problem from your perspective.
  • Work together: the best solutions come from working together. Listen respectfully, consider their viewpoint, and focus on finding a long-term resolution.
  • Leave a note: if speaking face-to-face feels difficult, leave a polite note. Briefly explain the issue, starting with something like: “This is a polite note to make you aware that…” Keep it respectful and invite further discussion.

If things get serious

If the situation is more serious and requires intervention, you should take the following steps:

  • Contact the police: if you or someone else is in immediate danger, call 999 right away. Once safe, let us know the crime reference number so we can work with the police to assist you. If you suspect criminal activity, report it to the police as well.
  • When to contact us: if you report an issue to us, we will ask that you have already taken reasonable steps to address the problem before doing so. Without your efforts, we may not be able to take further action. If the issue persists, please reach out to your Neighbourhood Officer for support.

Report anti-social behaviour

We have a form you can use to report anti-social behaviour. A member of our team will get back to you as soon as they can once you have submitted this.

ASB incident report form

Note: Questions marked by * are mandatory


Fly-tipping

Fly-tipping

Fly-tipping is when waste like old furniture or building materials is dumped in the wrong place, such as communal areas or near bins. It’s more than just messy—it can attract pests, create bad smells, and even block escape routes, causing fire hazards.

Under the Environmental Protection Act 1990, everyone must dispose of waste properly. If you spot fly-tipping, follow the steps to report it and help keep our community clean and safe.

Getting rid of waste

There are plenty of easy methods to get rid of waste available to residents. If waste isn't disposed of properly, and we have to for safety reasons, you will be charged. That's why it's important to make sure you dispose of it properly.

Recycling centre

You can drop off a wide range of items, including bulky waste, at the Tower Hamlets Reuse and Recycling Centre. It's located at:

Yabsley St, London E14 9RG 

For more information on how to access the centre and what items are accepted, visit the council website below.

Tower Hamlets Reuse and Recycling Centre

Bulky item collections

Tower Hamlets Council offers free collection of bulky items like fridges, sofas, and TVs. Each household can arrange two free collections per year, with up to five items collected each time.

For safety, items must be manageable by two people and no longer than two metres. Please wrap glass items carefully to avoid damage during transportation.

Find out more about organising a collection

Other methods

Many stores offer a 'Take Back Scheme.' For example, when you buy a new washing machine, the retailer may take away your old one during delivery, often at no extra cost.

You can also recycle smaller items like kettles, toasters, hairdryers, irons, and chargers at Idea Stores. For more details, click here.

For unwanted clothes, consider donating them to charity shops or using clothes banks. There are recycling clothes banks located at Norton House, Trahorn Close, and Chapman Street.

TV & Broadband

Most buildings with four or more homes have a communal aerial system (IRS) for TV, radio, and Sky connections. This system allows access to TV services without needing your own satellite dish. If you prefer satellite TV, you'll need to contact Sky directly.

If you wish to install your own satellite dish, please ensure you use approved contractors. Unauthorised installations could damage the building. 

For faster broadband, we partner with Community Fibre and Hyperoptic—check their availability for your building.

We're here to help. Call us on 020 7780 3070 or email us at customerservices@thch.org.uk.

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