Graffiti is illegal and damages the appearance of our town. It can often be offensive, personal, or racial in nature, and areas affected by graffiti are more likely to experience other environmental crimes such as:
- littering
- fly-tipping
- fly-posting
How to report graffiti
If you see graffiti in your area, please let us know:
Please include as much detail as possible, such as:
- the exact location
- type of surface - wall, sign, bin
- description of the graffiti - words, symbols, colours
Penalties for graffiti
Anyone caught defacing property with graffiti may receive a:
- £75 Fixed Penalty Notice
Further legal action may be taken in serious cases.