You said, We did – Royston and Royston Rural

Dear Resident

Over the past few months, Neighbourhood Policing Teams (NPTs) across North Herts have been working to tackle the issues that residents said were causing them the most concern.

NPTs work alongside partners to focus on solving long and short-term neighbourhood issues, such as anti-social behaviour (ASB), theft, speeding and drug-related crime.

They set local policing priorities every four months, providing a specific focus on the issues that residents have raised through surveys, alongside an analysis of data.

Residents will see their dedicated team of PCs and PCSOs working alongside partners to tackle the issues, through an increased police presence, engagement events and targeted enforcement.

During the last period, the following issues were addressed in Royston and Royston Rural:

Rural Crime, specifically plant theft in Royston Rural areas

Continued daily patrols have meant your local NPT remain visible across this vast area. Crime levels remain low, and this is testament to the continued engagement between local police, landowners and local businesses. We find that these relationships, as well as attendance at Barn Meets and Rural Working Groups mean that we are able to address any issues raised in a timely and effective manner. 

Speeding in Therfield village

You may have seen your local NPT conducting speed checks in Therfield village over the summer months. These activities continue to contribute to ensuring our road network is as safe as possible for all users. We have even given educational talks at the local primary school to improve road safety awareness. 

Mopeds and off-road motorbikes being ridden in an anti-social manner around Royston

The use of E-scooters, mopeds and off-road bikes being used in an anti-social manner across the area has been one of the local NPT’s priorities over the summer. As a result of patrols in locations identified by local communities, we have been able to seize multiple E-scooters and motorbikes, with riders being reported for related offences where appropriate.

The following priorities have now been agreed for the coming three months:

Speeding – Baldock Road, Royston.

ASB – Hedera Gardens, Royston.

Hare Coursing – Royston Rural. 

Whilst there will be a focus on the local priorities, officers will continue to respond to daily business as usual, as well as forcewide priorities and any emerging issues which require more immediate action.

Alongside the NPT, North Herts is also policed by officers who respond to emergency calls, a team of detectives who investigate crimes such as burglary, robbery and assault, and specialist units who work to tackle issues such as acquisitive crime and domestic abuse. In addition, they can call on officers from central teams which work countywide.