It has been revealed that 807 penalty charge notices (PCNs) have been issued across Nottingham city in 2024.
We’ve analysed data from Nottingham City Council for PCNs issued in 2024 to date.
The data highlights the types of contraventions, with littering emerging as the most frequent offence.
The report details that littering alone accounted for 339 notices, making it the single most common contravention. Additionally, a further 148 notices were issued specifically for littering from vehicles. Together, these two categories represent over 60% of all PCNs issued this year.
Other notable contraventions include violations related to Public Spaces Protection Orders (PSPOs). These include offences such as urinating in public places (85 notices) and fly-tipping, which resulted in 66 notices being issued. Meanwhile, smoking in smoke-free areas also made the list, with 40 offenders penalised.
The data also shed light on the specific locations that saw the highest rates of penalty charges. St James’s Street and Station Street emerged as hotspots, with 55 and 53 notices issued respectively. Streets around central areas and high-footfall locations appear to be particularly susceptible to littering and public order violations.
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Payment Trends Show Mixed Compliance
Despite the high number of notices, payment compliance is mixed. Out of the total 807 PCNs issued, 465 have been fully paid, whereas 292 remain outstanding. The data also indicate that 30 notices were cancelled, and 20 were written off by the authorities.
City officials have expressed concern over the prevalence of littering and other public offences, noting that public awareness campaigns and enforcement measures may need to be strengthened to combat the issues effectively. The increase in fines issued suggests not only a stricter enforcement regime but also a need for better community engagement to ensure cleaner, safer public spaces.
Focus on Hotspots
The geographic distribution of the penalties reveals a pattern of concentrated offences in areas with high public activity. St James’s Street, Station Street, and Carrington Street were among the most common locations for issuing fines. Authorities have hinted at potential increased patrols and more rigorous surveillance to deter future violations.
As the year progresses, the city council has pledged to continue monitoring these problem areas, focusing on targeted campaigns to reduce littering and anti-social behaviour. They also encourage residents to take responsibility for keeping their neighbourhoods clean and to report violations where possible.
