Vehicle Crime. The northern wards in the borough have often been targeted by cross border criminals. Offending can be opportunistic, such as the targeting of insecure cars, or it can involve ‘keyless’ car theft, which is linked to Organised Acquisitive Crime. Local policing teams will work in partnership with neighbouring forces to target offenders.

Local policing teams work closely with specialist teams to develop lines of enquiry and identify offenders. Intelligence sharing meetings with partner forces. Identification of targeted locations for crime prevention activities.

Violence against Women and Girls. This is a broad crime type which encompasses a wide range of offences, including harassment, stalking, rape, sexual assault, honour-based abuse and coercive control.

Domestic abuse related calls for service will be prioritised to ensure that any risk is mitigated. Use of Domestic Violence Prevention Orders to increase survivor engagement and support, whilst targeting perpetrators. Local teams supporting specialist officers and partner agencies with interventions.

Burglary. The northern wards in the borough have often been targeted by cross border criminals. The impact of this crime type on victims and wider communities is significant. Such offences will be investigated to the highest standard. Local policing teams will work in partnership with neighbouring forces to target offenders.

All residential burglaries are attended and investigated by police. Local policing teams work closely with specialist teams to develop lines of enquiry and identify offenders. Intelligence sharing meetings with partner forces. Identification of targeted locations for crime prevention activities.