Have your say about how we tackle crime

Op Chariot is our response to tackle serious violence and antisocial behaviour through high visibility policing. Through analytical work we identified 20 of our most affected areas within Surrey, which has shown to be predominantly around our town centres. 

Over the past two years we have put police patrols out on foot within these areas every day on a rotational basis, to not only tackle the issues of antisocial behaviour and serious violence, but to provide reassurance to our communities by being that visible presence.

To measure the impact hotspot policing has had on our communities we have produced a survey which we would kindly ask you to fill out, so we can understand your perception of serious crime and antisocial behaviour in your areas, your confidence in reporting crime and antisocial behaviour, your knowledge of police presence/activity and what you would like to see moving forwards.

While we have a vast range of data we can rely on to inform what we do next, the voice of the community is important to add to what we already know which is why we need to hear from you. Your experiences will be vital to help us drive how we move forward and where we are working well, and what needs to be improved on.

While we appreciate the wider picture of antisocial behaviour experienced by some of our communities, for this survey we are focused on where we have directed our resources over the past two years. Maps of the hotspots have been provided within the survey to aide your response.

If you have any questions around hotspot policing or the survey, please contact your local safer neighbourhoods’ team who can either help you or direct any queries to get the most informed answers to you.

Complete the survey here.