Local Priorities Anti Social Behaviour Message

Dear Resident,
I wanted to provide you with an update regarding Anti Social Behaviour, which people around your area have highlighted as an issue of concern on the priority survey.

 

This past week, our teams have continued their commitment to safeguarding public spaces and supporting vulnerable individuals across Waltham Forest.

Targeted Reassurance Patrols – VAWG Focus

In and around Marshes and Folly Lane, officers conducted high-visibility reassurance patrols aimed at tackling Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG).
• Patrols were timed to coincide with peak usage hours, including early mornings and evenings.
• Officers engaged with park users, offering safety advice and listening to concerns.
• Increased visibility helped deter unwanted behaviours and reassure women and girls using these green spaces.
• Feedback from local residents and regular walkers has been overwhelmingly positive, with many expressing appreciation for the proactive presence.

Antisocial Behaviour Hotspot Patrols – Higham Hill Park

Higham Hill Park saw a focused response to recent reports of antisocial behaviour.
• Patrols targeted known hotspots within the park, particularly near seating areas and entrances.
• Officers engaged with youth groups and individuals, promoting respectful use of public spaces.
• Several interventions were made to prevent escalation, and intelligence was gathered to inform future deployments.
• The presence of patrols has contributed to a noticeable reduction in disruptive behaviour during peak hours.


Community Engagement
Across both patrol areas, officers prioritised open dialogue with residents, dog walkers, cyclists, and families. These conversations help shape future patrol strategies and ensure our approach remains responsive and inclusive.

We remain committed to making our parks and public spaces safe, welcoming, and respectful for everyone. Thank you to all who took the time to speak with our teams this week.

Antisocial behaviour can come in many forms and can require support from more organisations than just the police. There are 13 different types of antisocial behaviour that we may be able to help with, including abandoned vehicles, littering or drugs paraphernalia and street drinking. A full list of what we categorise as antisocial behaviour is available on our website.  

If you have witnessed or experienced antisocial behaviour, you can report it online.

If you ever experience this issue or have information regarding an incident, please report it using our online reporting tools at https://www.met.police.uk/, speak to an operator in our Force Communications Room via our online web chat or call the non-emergency number 101.  

Alternatively, you can stay 100% anonymous by contacting the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or via their untraceable online form at crimestoppers-uk.org. 

As you have not contributed to the priority survey recently, we may be unaware of issues that you would like us to focus on. Please take a few minutes to securely and privately have your say using the button below, this will mean we can focus on things that matter to you. 

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We are working on our brand-new strategy for how we police London and we want your help. Our New Met for London: Phase 2 strategy will guide how we deliver on behalf of Londoners over the next three years, and we want to make sure you have had the chance to have your say. The consultation paper is available online, as well as a survey to let us know what you think. This closes on the 15 September.