Magistrates have granted a three-month Closure Order on a Hartlepool property after repeated reports of anti-social and criminal behaviour, including suspected drug dealing.

The order, granted by Teesside Magistrates’ Court, applies to 29 Byron Street, an end-of-terrace house that had become a hotspot for disruption. The court also awarded £1,565.89 in costs following an application by the Hartlepool Community Safety Team.

The property was described as a hub of round-the-clock nuisance, with visitors arriving on foot, bikes, and in vehicles—frequently sounding horns, shouting, and banging on the door.

The house, located on a walking route to local schools and shops, had also been linked to drug-related activity, and had its front windows smashed multiple times, according to evidence presented in court.

Leaders Respond to Closure

Cllr Brenda Harrison, Leader of Hartlepool Borough Council, said:

“This is another great example of the work that the Hartlepool Community Safety Team is doing to tackle anti-social behaviour and crime. We are not prepared to allow a lawless minority to ruin the lives of neighbouring residents.”

Hartlepool MP Jonathan Brash, who is also Chair of the Safer Hartlepool Partnership, added:

“The selfish thugs who make the lives of ordinary Hartlepool people a misery should be shown zero tolerance. We are scaling up action to ensure people can live in peace and quiet.”

Police Statement

Inspector Adrian Dack from Hartlepool Police Neighbourhoods Team said:

“Dealing drugs from a residential property causes misery for neighbours. This closure order will prevent the occupants from returning and give the community a chance to live peacefully.”

The Closure Order will be in place for three months. Anyone who breaches the order faces up to six months imprisonment and/or an unlimited fine.

How to Report a Breach

• Call Cleveland Police on 101, or 999 in an emergency
• Alternatively, contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111