New Neighbourhood Priorities set.

Each quarter Neighbourhood priorities are set. Whilst each area has its own specific priorities, in addition, Inspector Craig has implemented the following overarching community safety initiatives: 

1) High Visibility Patrols in identified crime and anti-social behaviour hotspots to enhance public reassurance and deter criminal activity 

2) Targeted Crime prevention advice and guidance to support victims of residential burglaries and reduce future risks 

3) Dedicated Patrols focused on deterring and locating offenders involved in vehicle crime 

4) Firm Action against individuals found carrying knives, prioritising public safety and crime prevention. 

We remain committed to proactive policing, community engagement and crime reduction efforts. Your feedback is invaluable in shaping our approach and together we can work towards a safer, stronger community. After consultation with you our community and reviewing our crime data, we have decided on our Safer Neighbourhood Team Priorities for the next quarter. The new priorities are as follows: 

1.To enhance road safety by addressing offences such as highway obstruction, speeding and the anti-social use of vehicles.

2.To address all offences associated with Anti-Social Behaviour.

In relation to Road Safety, we will: Conduct regular high visibility and plains clothes patrols in known hotspot areas. Deploy Community Speed watch where appropriate. Attend local meetings to gather feedback and share updates. Promote road safety awareness through school visits and youth engagement sessions. Take proactive enforcement action against offences such as obstruction, speeding, and anti-social driving. Work with Roads Policing Unit for joint operations where necessary. Collaborate with local councils to identify infrastructure improvements (signage, traffic calming).
Liaise with Highways and CCTV teams to support evidence gathering and deterrence. Share updates and crime prevention advice via Derbyshire Alert and social media. Publicise successful interventions to reassure the community and encourage reporting.

In relation to ASB: We will continue to attend and contribute to the local ASB multi-agency meeting alongside our key partners within the Community Safety Partnership (CSP). Share information with our partners within the CSP on individuals and locations to ensure a joined-up response.

Conduct joint visits with housing associations and other relevant partners to address ASB at both the individual and environmental level. Apply the ASB incremental approach to manage repeat or escalating behaviour, by issuing ASB warning letters at the early stages. Escalate to Acceptable Behaviour Contracts or Community Protection Notices where necessary and refer persistent ceases for legal action or tenancy enforcement through partners. Use crime pattern analysis and community intelligence to identify ASB hotspots. Deploy high visibility patrols in the areas to deter offending and reassure the public. Record and evaluate patrols to ensure effectiveness and adapt our patrols as needed. Engage with residents to encourage reporting and build trust. Our Youth Engagement Officers will deliver educational inputs in schools and youth settings to raise awareness of ASB and its impact. Promote positive behaviour through youth diversion activities and early intervention. Provide regular updates to the community via Derbyshire Alert, Social media platforms and direct engagement events.