Doorstep Scam Warning for Hampstead Town Residents

Dear Hampstead Town Residents,

Over the past week we have received information about individuals going door‑to‑door in the wider area offering services such as jet‑washing or home maintenance at low prices, then increasing the cost significantly once the work has begun. In some cases, residents have reported feeling pressured or intimidated when they refused to pay the inflated amount.

We encourage everyone to be cautious when approached by cold callers offering work. Genuine traders do not pressure residents, increase prices unexpectedly, or demand immediate payment.

If you are approached by someone offering unsolicited work:

We continue to monitor reports of rogue trading and are carrying out high‑visibility patrols in the area to help reassure residents.