Residents' 'anger' as illegal waste dumps appear near homes

Published: 12/11/2025
Residents' 'anger' as illegal waste dumps appear near homes
Residents in Worcestershire are expressing anger over illegal waste dumps near their homes, with one site described as an "environmental horror." Investigations are ongoing into two suspected illegal waste sites in Evesham and Peopleton, affecting property prices and causing distress among residents. Local authorities and the Environment Agency are working to address the issue, with residents feeling trapped and property values decreasing due to the waste dumping activities.