Domestic abuse is a crime and should always be reported to the Police.
The Police take domestic abuse seriously and will be able to help and protect you. They have the power to take action against people who commit the abuse and safeguard the public. Devon & Cornwall Police have a domestic abuse page with essential information.
If you, or someone you know, is in immediate danger, call 999 and ask for the Police.
Silent calls will work if you are not safe to speak. Use the Silent Solution system and call 999 and then press 55 when prompted.
If you can’t use a voice phone, you can register with the emergencySMS service by texting REGISTER to 999. You will then receive a text which tells you what to do next. Do this when it is safe so you can text when you are in danger.
If you are worried that a neighbour or friend is suffering domestic abuse, please report this to the police by calling them on 999 or 101.
The National Domestic Abuse Helpline on 0808 200247 can provide support and advice.
Support from Coastline
We are committed to supporting people who have suffered domestic abuse and have signed up to the Chartered Institute of Housing's Make a Stand campaign.
Coastline is also a member of the Domestic Abuse Housing Alliance.
If you would like help from our tenancy team, please contact us in your preferred way and let us know the best way to get in touch with you for privacy.
There is some assistance we can provide as a landlord. We may be able to help with providing additional safety measures to keep you safe in your home through the Sanctuary Scheme. Under this scheme, a police officer will visit your home and recommend security measures to suit your individual needs. These can include:
- Extra locks and bolts
- Stronger doors
- Spy holes or chains for doors
- Better security lighting
- Police portable alarm.
Read more information on our domestic abuse policy in the featured documents section lower down this page.
