Operated by: Staffordshire Police
https://www.staffordshire.police.uk/article/2846/Stafford-NorthStafford North covers the areas of Tillington, Holmcroft and the Common. The neighbourhood is supported by an active parish council, and has adjoining marshes, belonging to the Wildlife Trust, with public footpaths, pools and ponds.
Sites of historic railway track give walkers access to other local beauty spots while a residential area provides a host of local amenities including shops, a post office, junior and senior schools. The area has a number of residents' associations and a very active Neighbourhood Watch.
Current Priorities
Issue
Concerns have been raised around drug dealing in the local area.
Action
We have identified a key individual that appears to be the main dealer in Doxey and after proactively targeting him and his associates. He has been arrested and is due to be sentenced in the coming weeks. We have also conducted stop searches and positive arrests allowing us to seize phones and work through the investigation process. This is an ongoing priority and officers will perform targeted patrols over the next three months.
Issue
We have had several complaints of boy racers in the area acting in an anti-social manner.
Action
Our officers are performing targeted patrols with our specialist road crime team to take positive action against those causing the issues.
Upcoming Events
WM2 - Pure Gym Police surgery
Where: Eccleshall Road, Stafford
When: 8 August 2025 at 11:00 - 8 August 2025 at 12:00
Doxy village fun day
Where: Castle View Park
When: 6 September 2025 at 12:00 - 6 September 2025 at 16:00