A new residents' association formed on an Oxford estate has made tackling anti-social behaviour and the lack of policing its top priority.

Rose Hill Residents' Association has been set up to voice the concerns of people living in one of Oxford's poorest areas.

Residents told the association they received a slow response from police and that vandalism and harassment were rife on the estate, despite concerted efforts by Oxford City Council and police.

The association's committee has decided to write to Thames Valley Chief Constable Peter Neyroud to highlight the problems and request a meeting.

Association secretary Lorraine Brook, who manages the community centre in The Oval, said: "A lot of people are concerned about anti-social behaviour and the police failing to do anything when things are reported.

"People had very strong feelings. We have decided to ask for a public meeting. It was felt that, as taxpayers, people should be getting a better service from police.

"People still feel this way, despite the street wardens being here."

Insp Chris Tarrant, who is in charge of the uniformed officers covering Rose Hill, said: "I am pleased with the community liaison in place with the existing community beat officers, John Brown, Jim Henderson and Ali Tavner.

"We also enjoy a good working relationship with the wardens' team. I look forward to working together with the new Rose Hill Residents' Association to make Rose Hill a safer community to live in and to police.

"My officers are accessible and willing to listen to any concerns, and look at realistic ways of addressing police issues."

The committee was formed at the group's first meeting on May 28 at Rose Hill Community Centre. Vim Rodrigo was made chairman.