Operated by: Wiltshire Police
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Current Priorities
Issue
Business & Retail Crime Reduction
Action
To reduce business and retail-related crime in the town centre and surrounding commercial areas, creating a safer environment for local businesses, employees, and customers.
Issue
Anti-Social Behaviour (ASB) Hotspot Patrols at Vulnerable and Repeat Locations and Patrols of Closure Order areas.
Action
Engage with residents, community leaders, and local businesses in hotspot areas to gather information on ASB trends and gain community support for policing efforts.
Upcoming Events
Melksham Pubwatch (First Monday of every month)
To be attended by any Melksham Police Staff on duty on the day to discuss licensing concerns.
Where: TBC - Alternating venues each month
When: 6 October 2025 at 13:00 - 2 January 2026 at 14:00
Melksham Area Board
Area Boards are a way of working to bring local decision making into the heart of the community. There are 18 Area Boards across Wiltshire, with each one holding delegated powers and devolved budgets to facilitate community action at a local level. Residents and local organisations are encouraged to engage with their local Area Board by contacting their local Councillor or Community Engagement Manager or by attending one of the local business meetings, community events, working groups or activities.
Where: Melksham Assembly Rooms, Melksham Town Centre
When: 12 November 2025 at 19:00 - 12 November 2025 at 21:00
Melksham Area Board
Area Boards are a way of working to bring local decision making into the heart of the community. There are 18 Area Boards across Wiltshire, with each one holding delegated powers and devolved budgets to facilitate community action at a local level. Residents and local organisations are encouraged to engage with their local Area Board by contacting their local Councillor or Community Engagement Manager or by attending one of the local business meetings, community events, working groups or activities.
Where: Melksham Assembly Rooms, Melksham Town Centre
When: 18 March 2026 at 19:00 - 18 March 2026 at 21:00