A PROPERTY in Wadebridge has been served with a partial closure order after becoming a hub for persistent antisocial behaviour, making it a no-go zone for anyone other than its two named residents.

The order was issued by Bodmin Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday, June 17, and will remain in effect for three months. It was granted under Section 80 of the Anti-Social Behaviour, Crime and Policing Act 2014, following a series of complaints from local residents.

The property, located in Belmont Court, had become a magnet for disruptive gatherings, drawing both adults and minors and resulting in a spate of nuisance and disorder in the neighbourhood.

According to Wadebridge’s neighbourhood policing team, reports large gatherings of people visiting the address, including those under the age of 18, who were responsible for causing persistent ASB in and around the property.

Reports also included significant noise disturbances and suspected drug use. There were also instances of the visitors knocking on the windows of other homes and throwing water balloons at nearby properties.

“No one should be made to feel unsafe, worried or intimidated in the area they live in,” said Inspector Adam Stonehill. “This property became a hive of ASB activity, so it was important we took action to stop this behaviour from having a negative impact on the livelihoods of residents, including those with young families.

“Whilst this is only a temporary order, the aim is this will provide relief for residents by preventing ASB from happening at the address.

“We’ll continue to work closely within the community to make sure the order is being followed, while engaging with the tenants to prevent further ASB from happening in the future.”

The partial closure order was obtained in collaboration with the neighbourhood police team, Devon and Cornwall Police legal team the local councils ASB team.