FOI 819/26

Request

For the purposes of this request, "e-scooter" refers to a privately-owned electrically powered scooter (powered transporter) and does not include electrically assisted pedal cycles (e-bikes), electrically powered motorcycles or mopeds.

Please provide the following information for each of the calendar years 2023, 2024 and 2025:

1. The number of privately-owned e-scooters seized by your force.
2. Of those e-scooters seized, the number that were subsequently released or reclaimed by their owners.

Response

South Wales Police do hold information in relation to your request.

We have consulted with our Fleet Department who have provided the following information.

Question 1

2023 – 90

2024 – 79

2025 – 104

Question 2

2023 – 4

2024 – 2

2025 - 8

Please note the data provided only relates to E-Scooters recovered using the Vehicle Recovery Scheme.