Domestic abuse is -
- physical abuse
- sexual abuse
- psychological abuse
- financial abuse
- a pattern of controlling and abusive behaviour within an intimate or family-type relationship.
If you are being abused, threatened, or physically assaulted by a partner, former partner, or family member, you can contact Hull Domestic Abuse Partnership (DAP) at the following or access the Hull DAP website for more information.
- Female support service at 01482 318 759
- Male support service at 01482 613 978
Request a callback from Hull DAP (opens in new window)
Immediate danger or threat
If you feel threatened or at risk of violence, call the police immediately by calling 999.
If you are calling 999 from a mobile and cannot speak, press 55 and your call will be transferred to the police.
More information on how to make a silent 999 call.
Need to leave the home
If you need to leave your home due to domestic abuse, even if it's only for a temporary period, we are here to provide guidance and assistance. At Neighbourhood and Housing, we offer a coordinated approach in partnership with Domestic Abuse Housing specialists and have recently launched the Domestic Abuse Housing Hub.
Contact the Domestic Abuse Housing Hub by ringing 01482 612 040 and choosing option one.
Council housing
If you are a council tenant, your Tenancy Officer is trained to handle disclosures of Domestic Abuse with care and sensitivity. Do not hesitate to request a meeting with your Tenancy Officer by ringing 01482 300 300.
If you or someone you are supporting requires emergency accommodation outside of normal working hours, contact us on 01482 300 304.
If you are violent to your partner
If you have been violent or abusive to your partner, you can get help to stop your domestic abuse. The Hull Strength to Change website has a lot of information to help with support.