Anti Social Behaviour
Community Safety Alert – Shepton Mallet
We’re aware of ongoing issues with electric dirt bikes and scooters being ridden in public spaces, including the Shepton Mallet skate park. This poses a risk to other park users and can lead to accidents.
Our PCSOs will be conducting patrols in the area and engaging with the community to address this issue.
Let’s work together to keep our parks safe for everyone!
If you see unsafe riding, please report it via 101 or online at Avon & Somerset Police website.
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6 March 2026
Shepton Mallet Neighbourhood Policing Team Update
Our neighbourhood team continues to carry out regular patrols in and around Shepton Mallet town centre and local open spaces as the use of nuisance Sur-Ron bikes persist.
These bikes can pose a danger and cause significant anti‑social behaviour. If you see them being ridden illegally or in a manner causing concern, please report it to us on 101 or via the Avon & Somerset Police website.
Your reports help us target our patrols and take action. Thank you for your continued support in keeping our community safe.
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19 February 2026
Electric Sur‑Ron Bikes – Ongoing Patrols in Shepton Mallet
We are aware that electric Sur‑Ron bikes continue to cause concern in parts of Shepton Mallet. Your Neighbourhood Policing Team is actively patrolling the affected areas and maintaining a visible presence to deter this behaviour and address issues as they arise.
We encourage residents to report any incidents or locations where these bikes are causing problems so we can target our patrols effectively