It said it had made numerous attempts to resolve parking issues, particularly around schools in the town, and while an “advice and education” approach had been used to date, problems still persisted.

The force said it would provide an ad-hoc presence outside schools and fines of up to £500 could be issued for parking offences.

In a letter to residents, PCSO Helen Barron, of the Coulby Newham Neighbourhood Policing Team, said: “Although enforcement is always used as a last resort, we feel we have now exhausted all other options.”

The force said parents and carers transporting children to and from schools should be mindful not to block or obstruct driveways and access to neighbouring properties.

It also said residents bringing home works and larger vehicles should consider where they parked and use their own driveways wherever possible.

PSCO Barron said: “Roads and pavements must remain passable at all times, if not an offence of obstruction may have occurred.

“Under the Highways Act these offences can result in fines of up to £500.

“It is not acceptable for drivers to block a pavement in order to keep a road clear.

“If by parking your vehicle in a particular place you prevent either a vehicle or pedestrian from passing then you need to find an alternative place to park.

“It is unacceptable to force pedestrians, whether they are parents, children or wheelchair users, onto a road because your vehicle has blocked the footpath.”