See it, report it: residents urged to help tackle anti-social behaviour in Mid Sussex

Mid Sussex District Council is taking practical action to tackle anti-social behaviour, protect local neighbourhoods and support residents. 

From targeted enforcement and new signage to advice sessions and partnership work with Sussex Police, the Council is using ASB Awareness Week (29 June–5 July) to show residents what is being done — and how reporting concerns helps make that work even stronger. Our message is simple, if you see it, report it! 

Anti-social behaviour can affect how people feel about where they live, work and spend time. Reports from residents help the Council and its partners build a clearer picture of local issues, target action where it is needed most and protect people from repeat harm. 

National research commissioned by Resolve, the UK’s leading community safety organisation, shows more than half of adults have experienced or witnessed ASB in the past three years, but many incidents still go unreported. The message from Mid Sussex District Council is simple: if you see it, report it. 

Targeted action on anti-social car cruising 

The Council has renewed the Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO), tackling anti-social car cruising on the A2300 off Jobs Lane in Burgess Hill and the Birches Industrial Estate in East Grinstead. This gives Sussex Police and the Council powers to act where vehicle-related ASB causes disruption, danger or distress. 

Since 2020 when the PSPO was first introduced, complaints in Burgess Hill have fallen by almost 60%, showing how visible enforcement and clear deterrents can make a difference. 

New signs on key routes into Burgess Hill make clear that anti-social driving will not be tolerated and shows residents how to report concerns. 

Talk to us during ASB Awareness Week 

The Council and Sussex Police will be out and about in Mid Sussex during ASB Awareness Week to offer advice, support and information to residents and businesses. 

Residents can speak directly with Community Safety Officers and Police Community Support Officers, find out how to report incidents and get support if they have experienced ASB.