Stroud District Council has evicted a tenant from a council property in Paganhill, Stroud, following repeated and serious incidents of anti-social behaviour.
The eviction marks the culmination of a long series of violent and disruptive incidents involving the tenant, despite multiple council interventions and offers of support aimed at preventing such an outcome.
The repossessed property will now be allocated to a household on the Council’s housing register, helping to meet ongoing local demand for affordable accommodation.
Councillor Gary Luff, Chair of the Council’s Housing Committee, said: “We are committed to ensuring that our neighbourhoods are safe, supportive places to live. While our housing officers always seek to work with tenants to address challenges and offer support, the council also has a duty to act when behaviour puts others at risk.
This decision to seek possession was not taken lightly. It followed repeated incidents and legal proceedings, and only after all reasonable opportunities for engagement and rehabilitation were exhausted. We will continue to prioritise the safety of our communities and take appropriate action where necessary.”
A possession order for the property was granted in August 2025, and the home has since been recovered. The Council says it will continue to work closely with local agencies to prevent anti-social behaviour and support residents in maintaining safe and respectful communities.
Residents can report incidents of anti-social behaviour by visiting www.stroud.gov.uk/report-it or calling 01453 766321.