What is hoarding and why is it a problem?
Hoarding is a compulsive mental health disorder which involves collecting and storing a lot of items.
These can take up a lot of space in someone’s home, getting in the way and causing complications. It can also be very hard to deal with, as the person hoarding might not want to take action or understand the impact it’s having on their life and the lives of people around them.
Compulsive hoarding can leave people feeling lonely or with mental health problems, as well as create health and safety risks, or hygiene issues depending on what is being hoarded – that’s why we’re here to help.
Get more information about hoarding from the NHS’s hoarding disorder page
What should I do if I think my neighbour is hoarding?
If you suspect hoarding, please report it to us via our anti-social behaviour form.
We’ll keep everything you say confidential unless we’re legally required to report it to the police.
You can remain anonymous if you choose. We’ll ask you to give as much information as possible because we won’t be able to follow up with you later.
Reporting a child safety concern
If you have concerns about the welfare of the children, call the police and the NSPCC helpline on 0808 800 5000.