A Leeds resident, Adrienne Hatton, is facing a dire situation as she pleads with the council to evict her nightmare neighbor, whose disruptive behavior has caused her significant stress and resulted in a stroke. The 77-year-old has been a resident of a retirement housing complex in Whinmoor since August 2023. Her troubles began when a new neighbor moved in October of the same year, pushing her to the brink.
Initial Stages of Disruption
Adrienne, who moved to the residential complex to escape a former neighbor who attempted to set her flat on fire, has found herself battling once again. Since the new neighbor moved in, the constant noise and disruptions have driven her to the edge. Adrienne describes how loud music, swearing, shouting, and banging on the walls have wrecked her peace.
The situation has been so dire that on multiple occasions, Adrienne was unable to sleep and her mental health declined sharply. She initially spoke out in January, sharing her struggles, and since then, the conditions have worsened.
Health Decline and Desperate Measures
The constant stress and lack of sleep culminated in Adrienne suffering a stroke in July. Post-hospitalization, she was terrified to return to her home due to the persistent trouble caused by her neighbor. At 77, Adrienne is among the youngest in her housing complex, with many residents in their 80s and 90s equally disturbed by the neighbor’s antics.
One of her neighbors has also been severely affected, now in hospice care at St Gemma’s due to the prolonged stress. The overall impact on the mental health and well-being of the residents has been profound, with Adrienne being placed on suicide watch by both the police and council.
Residents Rally for Eviction
The community, led by Adrienne, has been urging Leeds City Council to take action against the disruptive neighbor. The council’s Anti-Social Behaviour team has been working with the residents, collecting noise nuisance diaries and engaging legal services to address the issues legally. However, the process has been slow, much to the residents’ frustration.
Adrienne remains hopeful that the legal proceedings will soon lead to the neighbor’s eviction, allowing her and other residents to regain their peace and security. As the council’s spokesperson highlighted, they are committed to resolving the situation while balancing the needs of both the victims and the perpetrator.
This prolonged ordeal has taken a significant toll on Adrienne’s health, highlighting the urgent need for a resolution. Despite the challenges, Adrienne is grateful for the council’s PCSOs, who have provided her with essential support during these trying times.
For those struggling with similar issues, continuous support is available through local services and mental health organizations like the Samaritans.
