Vandalism

Vandalism is a crime that has a major effect on our quality of life and costs us all millions of pounds to repair. It's easy to dismiss it as a minor offence, but it has a big impact on our communities.

Reporting vandalism

If you notice that Council property has been vandalised, you should report it to us. If you see someone vandalising property, you should contact your local police or your local community policing team. If you're on public transportation and you see somebody vandalising your bus or train, call the bus/train company and let them know. If you think that what you've seen could be dangerous (such as someone setting fires), or you feel personally threatened, please call 999.

What is vandalism?

Vandalism is any deliberate damage to someone else's property. Examples include:

• Painting graffiti
• Dumping rubbish
• Setting small fires
• Smashing windows
• Damaging buildings or other structures
• Scratching car paint.

The effects of vandalism

Vandalism can affect people's quality of life because it damages or destroys things that they need or care about. It also:

• Makes people feel that their lives are less safe than they really are
• Can be dangerous – people have died when acts of vandalism got out of control
• Costs you money – you pay for vandalism repair through higher taxes and insurance payments.

If you would like any more information, please contact us on customerservicecentre@fareham.gov.uk or 01329 236100.