Youth anti-social behaviour
Anti-social behaviour involving young people continues to be reported across parts of Avonmouth and Shirehampton, particularly in public spaces such as parks, shopping areas and transport hubs. These locations are often used as gathering points, and while the majority of young people behave responsibly, a minority are engaging in behaviour that causes concern within the community.
Reports include nuisance behaviour, excessive noise, verbal intimidation, and occasional incidents of criminal damage. These issues can have a significant and ongoing impact on the quality of life for local residents, making people feel uncomfortable or unsafe in their own neighbourhoods. Local businesses are also affected, with some reporting disruption to customers and damage to property.
We understand the frustration and concern this causes, especially when incidents occur repeatedly in the same locations or during evenings and weekends. Our neighbourhood policing team is working proactively with partners, including local authorities, youth services and schools, to address the root causes of this behaviour. This includes targeted patrols, engagement with young people, and where necessary, enforcement action.
We encourage residents and businesses to continue reporting incidents to us, as this helps us build an accurate picture of when and where issues are occurring so we can respond effectively. Together with the community, we are committed to reducing anti-social behaviour and ensuring that Avonmouth and Shirehampton remain safe and welcoming places for everyone.
You can find your local beat managers and PCSOs details below. If you have any information which can help us tackle this problem, or have been affected by this problem, we would be keen to hear from you.
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29 August 2026
Beachley Walk Children’s Centre in Shirehampton was recently identified as a location experiencing anti-social behaviour (ASB). Reports indicated that young people were gaining access to an abandoned building on the site, creating significant safety concerns due to the condition of the property.
Working in partnership with the local council, action has now been taken to secure the site. Steel shutters and protective boarding have been installed to prevent unauthorised access and help ensure the area remains safe and secure.
Residents may continue to see officers carrying out regular patrols and checks in the area. These visits form part of our ongoing efforts to prevent further incidents and maintain community safety. We would like to reassure the public that our presence is purely proactive and aimed at ensuring the site remains secure.
We would also encourage parents, carers, and guardians to speak with children and young people about the dangers associated with entering abandoned or derelict buildings. Such locations can contain a range of hidden hazards, including asbestos, exposed electrical wiring, unstable structures, broken glass, deep water hazards, and other risks that could result in serious injury.
We remain committed to identifying and addressing similar locations across our neighbourhoods. However, we rely heavily on information provided by local residents to help us identify emerging hotspot areas and potential safety concerns. Community intelligence is invaluable in helping us take early action and work with partner agencies to make these locations safer.
If you have concerns about anti-social behaviour, vulnerable individuals, or unsafe locations within your area, please report them to us. You can contact us via 101 for non-emergency matters, or 999 if there is an immediate risk to life or a crime in progress. Reports can also be submitted through our online reporting forms, allowing information to be shared with us quickly and efficiently.
By working together with residents, local authorities, and partner agencies, we can continue to address anti-social behaviour, improve community safety, and help protect those most at risk.