Local Priorities Nuisance motorbikes / Scooters Message

I wanted to provide you with an update regarding Nuisance motorbikes / Scooters, which people around your area have highlighted as an issue of concern on the priority survey.

Illegal off-road bike use continues to be a concern in Bryn, Port Talbot and surrounding areas where reckless riding on public roads, pavements, and green spaces has endangered pedestrians and increased nuisance noise. In response to rising complaints, South Wales Police have ramped up patrol particularly along hotspots to crack down on uninsured and unlicensed riders. With the aim to restore safety we encourage residents to report any ongoing issues with illegal off-road bikes.

Tackling antisocial behaviour can be a complex issue, and one which requires input and action from more than just the police.

February 2025 saw the publication of the Ministry of Justice Crime and Policing Bill: Antisocial behaviour (ASB) factsheet. This outlined a number of new measures including making powers to seize vehicles under section 59 of the Police Reform Act 2002 easier to use, allowing the police to react robustly and immediately to the anti-social use of motor vehicles. 

If you witness a motor vehicle or mechanically propelled vehicle being driven/ridden in an anti-social manner in a public place or on a public road, or have information regarding an incident, please report it using our online reporting tools at www.southwalespolice.police.uk, speak to an operator in our Force Communications Room via our online web chat or call the non-emergency number 101.

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