Llandudno....Residents Of Flats Bemoan being “terrorised” by late-night vehicle noise!

 

How simply awful! These people buy a flat and think they own the place!

What are young people supposed to do in a dead end town like Llandudno?

Bleary-eyed residents in a quiet part of Llandudno claim they are being “terrorised” by late-night vehicle noise. One local said it was “on a par with Brands Hatch” and the authorities have been asked to intervene.

Grievances centre on the resort’s West Shore car park, which at night-time has been likened to a “race track”. Locals claim the Dale Road facility is being used for meet-ups - and anti-social driving is spilling out onto surrounding streets.

It’s left residents lying awake listening to cars and motorbikes gunning "at full throttle” before speeding along roads or performing donuts and other stunts, it’s claimed. Locals say children are struggling to sleep and elderly residents are too scared to venture out at night.

On social media, a Llandudno woman said: “People chose to live on the West Shore for the quietness and views – many have retired here. Only recently have the cars and bikes decided to use it as a meet-up and race track.

"The residents chose this area for a reason and it’s not for noise on par with Brands Hatch! People are living in fear, being terrorised by noise that’s affecting families and the elderly.” Sign up for the North Wales Live newsletter sent twice daily to your inbox

Residents are lobbying Conwy Council for a barrier or ANPR system at Dale Road car park. The local authority said CCTV cameras are present already and it will take “robust legal action” if needed.

North Wales Police has dispatched marked and unmarked cars to the area. The force is urging residents to report incidents in real-time as delays “hinder our capability to dealt with the situation effectively”.

Dale Road car park faces out over Llandudno’s sandy West Shore beach. Given its aspect, it’s a popular spot for evening walks and sunset watching.

Over the years, the car park has been periodically used for vehicle gatherings – the last flare-up was in 2024. But locals say this year’s disturbances are the worst they’ve ever been.

Online, a furious resident said: “Every night there are many cars peeping their car horns – some hold down their horns for long periods. It’s really annoying and is stopping kids from being able to get to sleep.

“Cars race out of the car park and it’s only a matter of time before one loses control and hurts someone. Motorbikes are constantly revving engines which are definitely not road legal as the exhausts are way too loud.”

A minority of locals argue the incidents amount to “late night cruising” and involving the police is an over-reaction. However, most complain it is “anti-social and outright dangerous behaviour” with motorbikes speeding along beach promenades reserved for pedestrians.

One man said: “Most nights I take a walk out and see this. I really feel for the residents on the front, especially the retirement flats.”

The issue has been taken up with the authorities by online group Friends of the West Shore, whose volunteers dedicate the time to litter picks and improving amenities. A representative said Conwy Council was currently unwilling to consider ANPR cameras but the group was still pushing for a car park barrier.

The local authority is urging concerned residents to report incidents to the police. A spokesperson said: “CCTV is in operation at West Shore car park, and we are working closely with North Wales Police to address this situation.

“We do not tolerate anti-social behaviour of any kind, we take these incidents seriously due to the distress and upset they cause, and we will take robust legal action when required.”

PCSOs have told residents that all reports are logged and the data is then used to determine where to focus resources. One local cautioned against going too far to collect evidence.

“I know that when one resident took a photograph of the perpetrators, they were surrounded and harrassed in a really scary way,” he said online. “So please do be careful!”

What the police said

Management of the car park is primarily the council’s responsibility. However North Wales Police said it was aware of the issue via its area PCSO Pam Hayers.

District Support Sergeant Kris Hunt said: “Officers have been dispatched to the car park in both marked and unmarked cars with an intention to deal with any anti-social driving through education and, where appropriate, utilising powers under Section 59 of the Police Reform Act 2002.

“I note residents have asked for the installation of a barrier or ANPR system. I would encourage any residents who are affected by anti-social driving at the location to report the matter so officers can be dispatched at the time of the incident.

“This will also allow us to develop information about the key times and dates to factor into proactive patrols. Unfortunately, most of the reports are being made after the fact in passing to the area PCSO without supporting evidence, which hinders our capability to dealt with the situation effectively.

“I would also ask that any persons using the car park are mindful of their actions and the impact it can have on the quality of life for people living nearby.”

Concerned residents can report incidents by dialling 101. Another option is be the police live chat facility. More generally, anti-social behaviour can be reported here. If there is an serious issue happening in real time that could result in harm or worse, then use 999.

From....https://www.dailypost.co.uk/whats-on/whats-on-news/cars-bikes-like-brands-hatch-34156836