Police say there has been a 'large increase' in anti-social behaviour in Poundbury, saying those responsible will be receiving visits from officers 'in the very near future'.

Dorchester Police said on Facebook that the incidents have occurred over the last week in the area.

Multiple doors and windows of residential properties have been 'hit and kicked', it added.

Due to CCTV and doorbell camera footage, police say they have identified the people responsible for the anti-social behaviour.

"There was a large increase in reported anti-social behaviour over the last week in the Poundbury area," Dorchester Police said.

"Multiple doors and windows of residential properties have been hit and kicked, with those responsible not caring about the distress caused to the residents, especially the elderly and vulnerable.

"With thanks to those with CCTV and doorbell camera footage, we have now identified those responsible.

"They will be receiving visits from officers in the very near future and we will be working with the Council Community Safety Team to take appropriate action against them."