Longford Updates

Dear Residents and Local Businesses,  

Here is your weekly update from your local neighbourhood Policing Team, to let you know some of what we've been busy dealing with: 

PATROLS 

Officers have been carrying out patrols of the Longford areas on foot and in vehicles. We have been paying particular attention to locations that have recently experienced an increase in crime and anti-social behaviour, such as Arena Retail Park and CBS Arena.

VEHICLE CRIME & BURGLARY

We have had one report of a theft from motor vehicle and one vehicle interference. We have also had one residential burglary this week in the Longford area. However, we would like to remind residents to ensure that they are adequately protecting their vehicles and properties against theft, particularly as the dark nights are upon us. 

The theft from motor vehicle took place on Roseberry Avenue, Bell Green between 20:00hrs on 02/10/2025 and 09:00hrs on 03/10/2025 whereby a mobile phone was stolen from within. If you may have heard or seen anything, please contact us quoting 20/398600/25.

The vehicle interference took place on Egret Walk, Longford on 04/10/2025 between 20:25 and 20:45 where an unknown offender has gained entry to a vehicle and conducted an untidy search within. No items were stolen. 

You can find out more about vehicle crime prevention here:

 Theft of motor vehicle | Your Options | West Midlands Police (west-midlands.police.uk) 

 Theft from motor vehicle | Your Options | West Midlands Police (west-midlands.police.uk)  

We have also had one burglary in Longford. This occurred on 03/10/2025 between 12:00 and 23:00hrs on Pembury Avenue, Longford. The offender has smashed a rear patio door to gain access and has stolen jewellery items, electricals, clothing and cash and caused damage within the property. We are still investigating this incident, so if you may have heard or saw anything suspicious, please contact us on 101 and quote 20/400004/25. 

You can find more information about how to keep your home safe here: 

 Keeping your shed or garage safe and secure | Crime prevention | West Midlands Police

 Keep burglars out of your property | West Midlands Police

 Checklist for securing your home when you leave it | Crime Prevention | West Midlands Police

STREETWATCH

We are in the process of setting up a Streetwatch in the Longford area. We have a few prospective members but we are always looking for more volunteers to get involved within the Longford and Bell Green areas - if you would like more information or if you're interested in joining, please contact Streetwatch@westmidlands.police.uk with your name, telephone number and postcode. 

OTHER INFORMATION

We have now confirmed dates for our next community meetings and engagements:

Crime Prevention Pop-Up Event - Arena Retail Park - 11th November 2025 at 16:00hrs.

Police and Community Together (PACT) Meeting – St Thomas' Church, Longford Road - 21st January 2026 at 18:00-19:00hrs

If you have information about people committing crime that you want to tell us about, you can contact us on the non-emergency telephone number 101. You can also report to us online using our report forms on: Report | West Midlands Police

Alternatively you can contact the CRIMESTOPPERS charity anonymously by calling 0800 555 111. This is a free phone number. CRIMESTOPPERS can also be contacted online here: Independent UK charity taking crime information anonymously | Crimestoppers (crimestoppers-uk.org)   

Please do not report crime via WMnow because it is not always monitored.  

Kind regards,

The Henley and Longford Neighbourhood Team