Antisocial behaviour: getting possession

Antisocial behaviour: getting possession

1. 1

   Collect evidence from day one

   Dated records, photos, video, neighbour statements, and police or council reference numbers.

2. 2

   Which ground fits?

   Ground 7A (mandatory)A conviction for certain offences, a breached antisocial behaviour order, or a closure order over 48 hours. If proved, the court must order possession.

   Ground 14 (discretionary)Nuisance or annoyance, or a serious offence in or near the property. The court decides if eviction is reasonable.
3. 3

   Serve the Section 8 notice (Form 3A)

   No notice period — you can apply to court straight away.

   ⏱ Court can't order possession until 14 days after the notice

4. 4

   Court hearing

   Bring all your evidence. Deposit rules don't block Grounds 7A and 14.

5. ✓

   Possession order, then bailiffs if needed

   See the Section 8 diagram for the bailiff steps.

Checked against official sources on 2 November 2026 · General information, not legal advice · landlordwala.com/diagrams/antisocial-behaviour