People across Cheshire East are being asked whether tougher borough-wide controls should be introduced to tackle street racing, wheel-spins, excessive engine revving, loud music and disruptive vehicle gatherings.

Cheshire East Council opened a four-week consultation on 16 September over a proposed public space protection order, or PSPO, covering the whole borough. The authority says repeated incidents have led to complaints from residents and businesses.

If approved, the order would come into force on 9 November 2026 and initially remain in place for three years. The council says people who breach it could face fines of up to £1,000, while serious or repeated cases could lead to prosecution.

Crewe road named among reported hotspots

The council has identified several places where reports are said to be more frequent. They include Jack Mills Way in Crewe, the A34 corridor, the A523 Silk Road and Congleton Bypass on the A54.

However, the proposed order would apply across Cheshire East rather than only to those locations. The authority says this is intended to prevent drivers simply moving disruptive activity to another part of the borough.

Organised gatherings can attract large numbers of vehicles and spectators, according to the council, creating further noise and disruption for nearby homes and businesses.

Council says behaviour puts people at risk

Councillor David Jefferay, Cheshire East Council's cabinet member for environment, sustainability and waste management, said reports of anti-social driving were increasing.

“This type of behaviour goes beyond just noise — it causes distress for local residents and puts people in danger.”

He said a borough-wide approach would allow action to be taken wherever incidents occur instead of restricting enforcement to a small number of known gathering points.

How to respond to the consultation

The consultation closes at 5pm on Wednesday 14 October 2026. Residents, businesses and other interested groups can read the proposal and submit their views through the Cheshire East Council consultation.

Further details are also available in the council's official announcement.