Ambitious plans to transform the top of South Street as part of a scheme to tackle anti-social behaviour have been welcomed by residents.

Since April 20, an Experimental Traffic Regulation Order (ETRO) has partially blocked the road with cones, to stop any cars from gathering and playing loud music.

Councillors of Manor Castle and members of Friends of Skyline Park, Michael Chilton, Laura Moynahan and Elle Dodd have received positive feedback on the road closure from residents.

They said in a Facebook post: ‘So many people have been in touch to say what a positive difference it’s made to their journey and how much safer they feel particularly late into the evening.’

They have been working close with Council colleagues, making small adjustments, as they learn how the road closure is operating. Cones which are placed down the road are set to be replaced with double yellow lines to prevent vehicles parking and gathering.

Antisocial problems that have occurred in the past include; loud and aggressive behaviour, drug use, dangerous driving, illegal parking, and littering.

The council and police have said they’ll take enforcement action once the double lines go, to prevent cars congregating in the evening.

The council have announced a six month consultation period to allow anyone to share their views on the road closure.

Councillors of Manor Castle and members of Friends of Skyline Park have said they are open to hearing feedback directly so they can take action sooner if possible.