We want to share the latest updates on our Belgrave Neighbourhood Policing priorities. Our team has reviewed recent reports and identified key areas where we are focusing our efforts to keep our community safe.
PRIORITY NE09 – Crime: Distraction Thefts
We expect an increase in distraction thefts during the summer months.
Our Actions
High‑visibility patrols in shopping areas, parades, and transport hubs
Plain‑clothed patrols in hotspot locations
Engagement with the public, especially vulnerable groups
Prevention advice:
Keep bags zipped and close
Avoid displaying valuables
Intelligence gathering to identify patterns and repeat offenders
CCTV monitoring and sharing information with other teams
Proactive patrols around cashpoints, cafés, and car parks
Partnership working with shops, businesses, and councils
Awareness campaigns:
“Keep it close, keep it zipped”
“Don’t leave belongings unattended”
Offender disruption through targeted checks and joint operations
Victim support and reassurance patrols
PRIORITY NE09 – Anti-Social Behaviour (ASB)
Focus Areas
Road Safety
Street Drinking
General ASB
Our Actions
Road safety operations with partner agencies
High‑visibility patrols in hotspot areas
Engagement and education on by‑laws and ASB impact
Enforcement powers (CPNs, dispersal orders)
Partnership working to address root causes
Intelligence sharing and identifying repeat offenders
Community updates to reassure residents
Hotspot Locations
Cossington Park, Charles Bennion Walk, Munnings Close, Redpath Close, Baseball Walk, Harrington Street, Martin Street
