A growing wave of frustration is sweeping through Aylesbury as residents raise urgent concerns over what they describe as a “dangerous and unsustainable” crisis of nuisance parking across the town.
In a strongly-worded letter sent to Bucks Radio, residents highlighted the persistent flouting of parking laws, particularly by fast food delivery drivers. Problem areas such as Cambridge Street have reportedly become hotspots for vehicles mounting pavements and even driving along pedestrian paths—posing serious risks to public safety.
"Vehicles not only mount pavements but are seen driving along them, sometimes coming alarmingly close to families and children," the letter states. "There have even been reports of verbal abuse when these drivers are confronted."
Locals say that pavements, cycle paths, and double yellow lines are routinely ignored, forcing pedestrians—including those with disabilities and parents with young children—into the road to get by. Many pavements are now damaged, worsening the accessibility issue.
What angers residents most is the lack of enforcement. They accuse the council, traffic officers, and police of inaction, leading to what they call a “perception of impunity” for offending drivers.
Cllr Richard Lloyd, Leader of Aylesbury Town Council, echoed these concerns, warning that inconsiderate and illegal parking is a "significant problem" not just in the town centre but particularly around schools. He called for Buckinghamshire Council and Thames Valley Police to ramp up enforcement and urged better long-term planning.
"The town’s infrastructure is under severe pressure,” Lloyd said. “Local school places are not being provided soon enough with new housing, bus services have been steadily reduced, and key infrastructure projects like the Aylesbury link of East-West Rail and relief roads are still outstanding."
When approached for comment, Thames Valley Police directed responsibility for enforcement on double yellow lines to Buckinghamshire Council, suggesting they should be contacted for any action.
With tensions mounting and no clear resolution in sight, residents are calling on local authorities and elected officials to stop the dangerous parking trend before someone gets seriously hurt.
Buckinghamshire Council have yet to comment.
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