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Operated by: Thames Valley Police

https://www.thamesvalley.police.uk

Every neighbourhood in Thames Valley has a dedicated Neighbourhood Policing team.

Neighbourhood Policing teams can be contacted via 101, the Thames Valley Police non-emergency number. Always call 999 in an emergency.

Neighbourhood Policing teams…

Are led by senior police officers and include police community support officers (PCSOs), often together with volunteer police officers, volunteers and partners.
May serve one or several neighbourhoods.
Work with local people and partners to identify, tackle and prevent local, low-level crime, anti-social behaviour, and any ongoing concerns.
Provide you with a visible, accessible and accountable police service and aim to make your neighbourhood safer.
Have been present in every Thames Valley neighbourhood since 1 April 2008.
Focus all of their efforts on their dedicated neighbourhoods, building relationships with local people.

Neighbourhood Policing…

Needs you to tell us about the issues that concern you in your area.
Has transformed policing at a local level, to meet the needs of local communities.
Is known as ‘Safer Neighbourhoods’ in Milton Keynes.

From the start of 2010, Thames Valley Police extended its neighbourhood consultation by introducing a wider range of publicised opportunities to meet neighbourhood teams.

We will provide open monthly meetings to allow the public to influence our priorities. These meetings will be branded as Have Your Say opportunities, and in many cases will be held in conjunction with partners.

View Have Your Say summary and flowchart (PDF 40 Kb - opens new window).

Once local priorities have been identified, a broader ‘toolkit’ of problem-solving tactics is being made available to ensure crime and anti-social behaviour is tackled effectively.

Across the Thames Valley area, there are many successful Neighbourhood Action Groups which will continue to deliver local problem solving, but the introduction of Have Your Say meetings will allow neighbourhood teams to identify more quickly those specific local priorities that need attention.

Thames Valley Police views the introduction of Have Your Say meetings as a positive step in tackling issues that matter most to the public. I welcome your support and engagement in this endeavour.

Read more about Have Your Say meetings.

Contact Details

Email: [email protected]

Telephone: 101

Website: https://www.thamesvalley.police.uk

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/tvp_bicester

E-messaging: https://www.thamesvalleyalert.co.uk/

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/thamesvp

Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/thamesvalleypoliceuk

Links

Thames Valley Alert: Community Messaging

How you can take action

Community Payback

Report a non-emergency crime or incident online

Find us on Facebook

Cherwell District Council

Cherwell Community Safety Strategy Group

Oxfordshire County Council

Bicester Rural Community Priorities Survey April 2025

Current Priorities

Issue

E-Scooters and E-Bikes in Graven Hill and Kingsmere

We would like to thank everyone who responded to our recent online survey or attended one of our Have Your Say events.
Your feedback is crucial in helping us understand the issues that matter most to you.

The community has told us that concerns around the use of e-scooters and e-bikes—particularly in Graven Hill and the Kingsmere estate—should be a neighbourhood policing priority. We understand the impact that irresponsible or illegal use of these vehicles can have on safety and quality of life.

Action

What Happens Next

The Bicester Rural Neighbourhood Police Team will now focus on this issue as our neighbourhood priority for the next three months. Our work will include:

High-visibility patrols in affected areas
Education and engagement through, parents, and schools.
Enforcement action including seizure and dealing with road traffic offences where vehicles are used illegally or dangerously

Working with local partners to raise awareness of the law and safe use

Stay Informed

We will keep you updated on our progress through this webpage and via our social media feeds. Please follow us to stay informed and involved.

Together, we can help ensure e-scooters and e-bikes are used safely and responsibly in our community.

Thank you again for your continued support.

Issue

Anti-Social Behaviour in Heyford Park

We would like to thank everyone who took part in our recent online survey or attended one of our Have Your Say events.
Your feedback is vital in helping us understand the issues that matter most to our community.

The feedback we received highlighted Anti-Social Behaviour (ASB) as a key concern for residents in Heyford Park.

We understand the impact ASB can have on the quality of life in the area, and we are committed to addressing it.

Action

What Happens Next

The Bicester Rural Neighbourhood Police Team will now focus on tackling anti-social behaviour in Heyford Park as our neighbourhood policing priority for the next three months.

Our approach will include:

Increased patrols in identified hotspot areas
Engagement with local residents, schools, and youth groups
Partnership working with local authorities and housing providers
Enforcement action where appropriate to reduce repeat incidents

Stay Informed

We will keep you updated on our progress through this webpage and via our social media feeds. Please follow us to stay informed and involved.

Together, we can make Heyford Park a safer and more enjoyable place for everyone.

Thank you again for your continued support.

Issue

Drug Dealing and Misuse in Heyford Park

We would like to thank everyone who took part in our recent online survey or attended one of our Have Your Say events.
Your feedback is essential in helping us understand the issues that matter most to our community.

The feedback we received highlighted drug dealing and misuse as a significant concern for residents in Heyford Park.
We understand the impact this has on community safety and wellbeing, and we are committed to tackling it.

Action

What Happens Next

The Bicester Rural Neighbourhood Police Team will now focus on addressing drug-related issues in Heyford Park as our neighbourhood policing priority for the next three months. Our approach will include:

Targeted patrols and intelligence-led operations
Working closely with residents to gather information
Partnership working with local agencies and support services
Enforcement action against those involved in drug-related crime

Stay Informed

We will keep you updated on our progress through this webpage and via our social media feeds. Please follow us to stay informed and involved.

Together, we can make Heyford Park a safer and healthier place for everyone.

Thank you again for your continued support.

Upcoming Events

St Mary's Fayre

We are excited to be attending the St Mary's Fayre. Come and find Ian and Sam at our stand and get involved in the fun activities and interactive equipment we will bring along.

Where: St Mary's Church Launton

When: 14 September 2025 at 13:30 - 14 September 2025 at 15:30