ASB in the Shopping Centre

Agreed on 25 September 2026. Updated on 25 September 2026

Over this summer a large group of youths have caused ASB in and around Yate shopping Centre mostly around Tesco store.

This includes large gatherings of groups, using intimidating and abusive behaviour

Actions

16 September 2026

We are regularly patrolling the shopping centre and surrounding areas in relation to ASB. Several warnings have been given re electric scooters. Police have seen a reduction in reports relating to ASB in the area.
30 June 2026

Continuing to target ASB patrols in and around the Yate Shopping Centre area on a regular basis. Regularly engage with security staff and management re ASB issues.
3 March 2026

We have completed a patrol visibility and engagement plan around the behaviour of youths in the shopping centre. This has allowed the Beat Team to target key individuals causing issues. As a result we have issued 2 young people with two acceptable behaviour contracts and another young person with a Community Protection Warning.
6 January 2026

The Yate Beat Managers are pleased to report that following consultation with the security at Yate Shopping Centre there has been a reduction in anti-social behaviour in the centre in the lead up to Christmas and into the New Year.