Anti-social behavior can seriously affect victims and communities. It causes fear that influences daily routines, such as avoiding certain areas, not going out at night, and worrying about safety. Surveys found that anti-social behavior affects the quality of life for many and that fear of it influences the daily activities of over a third of people. Left unchecked, anti-social behavior can damage communities by reducing quality of life, decreasing property values, and causing residents to feel withdrawn from their community.

1. Anti-social behaviour The effects on victims and society