Golborne

Knife Point robberies around Canal, Portobello Road and Ladbroke Grove
S – Golborne has seen several recent incidents of knife point robberies involving youth as well as wider BS gang tensions.
M – VOLT & SARA analysis to be carried out, they can accurately show where offences have occurred. Gain support and work with YET and Youth Clubs in the area and deliver awareness. Gain Intel packages on known offenders
A – A mixture of Hi – Viz and plain clothed patrols on the ward, weapon sweeps, Intel led warrants to target prolific known offenders, outside resources like TSG, VCTF and mounted to assist in targeted patrols of the ward, stop & search.
R – This a relevant to Golborne due to the mixture of gangs in close proximity to each other and the violent crimes occurring on the ward. There is a real potential for the loss of confidence between the police and the community and must be treated as a priority.
T- To be reviewed at the next ward panel meeting..

Issued 29 September 2026

Several arrests have been made by proactive units have led to a reduction in the amount of knife point robberies in area. Patrols continue, with Officers conducting stop/searches, weapon sweeps and making use of CPW/CPNS in area. One knife recently found near the blue pitch in Golborne as a result of a weapon sweep.

Actioned 29 December 2026

Theft offences

S: To reduce theft offences across the ward, with a specific focus on shoplifting and other acquisitive crime affecting local businesses and residents.

M: Measured by the number of theft offences reported to police and the number of positive outcomes achieved against offenders.

A: This will be achieved through targeted proactive operations, high-visibility patrols at identified hotspot locations, plain-clothes deployments, and partnership working with retailers to identify, deter and apprehend repeat offenders.

R: Theft offences, particularly shoplifting, has been identified as a concern by local businesses and the wider community due to their impact on confidence, safety and repeat victimisation.

T: Progress will be monitored and reviewed at the next ward panel meeting and thereafter every three months.

Issued 29 September 2026

Local ward officers will conduct regular targeted patrols and proactive operations at identified theft hotspots, engaging with businesses, gathering intelligence on repeat offenders, and taking positive action against those involved in theft-related offending.

Actioned 29 December 2026

Youth Related ASB around Golborne Road

S – To reduce the impact of youth related ASB in Golborne Road
M - Youth ASB can be measured via home visits, ASB warnings, CPWs and CPNS. ASB can be measured by CAD or any crime reports that emanate from an ASB CAD. We can also listen to anecdotal reports at our ward panel meetings as the residents are quite aware of hotspots.
A - This will be attained by a mixture of high visibility and plain clothes patrols in and around hotspots on the ward
R. The ward panel consider this a priority and want police to treat it as such. Measurable statistics and intelligence support this.
T – To be reviewed at the next ward panel meeting..

Issued 29 September 2026

Use of CPW/CPNS to disrupt the group causing ASB, along with progressing crim dam and theft investigations. Enforcement of CPN breaches to continue as well as work with youth engagement to divert though on the periphery of crime

Actioned 29 December 2026

Violence Against Women & Girls (VAWG)
S: To reduce violence across the ward with a specific focus on violence against women and girls
M: Measured by the number of such crimes reported to police.
A: This will be achieved through targeted operations in violence hotspot areas, supported by high-visibility foot patrols guided by intelligence. These measures aim not only to deter offending but also to provide visible reassurance to the community.
R: This issue has been prevalent across London, it has been identified as an issue of concern to local residents.
T: This will be measured and reviewed at the next meeting (every three months).

Issued 29 September 2026

VAWG event in partnership with North Kensington local Police Teams - Thursday 5th March 2026
Incudes visiting licensed premises to promote "Ask for Angela" The code-phrase will indicate to staff that the individual requires help with their situation, and a trained staff member will help support and assist them
This was conducted at High Street Kensington Tube station between 1700-1900 hours.
Next date is 17th April 2026 at High Street Kensington

Actioned 29 December 2026