The five issues police are cracking down on in Page Hall as more fines are issued
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The troubled suburb is blighted by a number of issues including fly-tipping, overcrowded homes, litter, rats, anti-social behaviour and large groups congregating on the streets at all times of the day and night.
There have also been complaints about breaches of Covid regulations during the coronavirus pandemic, with video footage and photographs being shared online to show a lack of social distancing at times.
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Hide AdA new police team has started working in the suburb, with officers recently joining forces with Police and Community Support Officers, street wardens and housing officers to patrol the streets and talk to residents.
South Yorkshire Police said: “Officers have joined forces with Sheffield Council, street wardens and housing officers to attend Page Hall to discuss a number of issues with local residents - we have been out and about going door-to-door discussing issues.
“Topics discussed included Covid breaches, fly-tipping, overcrowding, anti-social behaviour and crime prevention advice.”
Last week over 20 fines were issued in Page Hall for Covid breaches.
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Hide AdThe new police team is said to be considering using a house in Page Hall as a community base for officers to be more accessible to local people and to be on hand to tackle issues.
Officers in nearby Parson Cross recently set up a base in an empty home on Emerson Crescent.
South Yorkshire Police said: “We are always looking for ways to improve our community policing response and are continually exploring new ideas.”