Fairlop

Visible policing remains one of the most common concerns raised by residents. An increased police presence helps deter criminality, identify offenders, gather intelligence, reassure residents and strengthen relationships between the police and the community.
This priority supports our commitment to reducing crime and anti-social behaviour, improving public confidence and ensuring that residents have regular opportunities to engage with their local neighbourhood policing team.

Issued 23 June 2026

To achieve this priority, the Safer Neighbourhood Team will:
Conduct regular high-visibility patrols in hotspot locations throughout the ward.
Carry out targeted patrols in response to emerging crime patterns and community concerns.
Undertake community engagement during patrols, including street briefings, mobile police station deployments, ward panel meetings and local events.
Speak directly with residents, businesses and community groups to identify issues affecting community confidence and feelings of safety.
Gather and develop intelligence relating to crime, anti-social behaviour and safeguarding concerns.
Monitor resident feedback and review patrol locations regularly to ensure resources are focused where they are most needed.
Neighbourhood officers and PCSOs will use local knowledge, crime data and information provided by residents and partners to direct patrol activity. The team will work closely with council partners, housing providers, schools, local businesses and community organisations to identify concerns early and coordinate appropriate responses.
Patrol plans will remain flexible to ensure police presence can be directed towards emerging issues and locations generating the highest levels of demand.
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Visible policing remains one of the most common concerns raised by residents. An increased police presence helps deter criminality, identify offenders, gather intelligence, reassure residents and strengthen relationships between the police and the community.
This priority supports our commitment to reducing crime and anti-social behaviour, improving public confidence and ensuring that residents have regular opportunities to engage with their local neighbourhood policing team.
Progress will be monitored and reviewed on a quarterly basis through:
Patrol activity undertaken.
Community engagement events delivered.
Resident feedback received.
Crime and anti-social behaviour trends.
Intelligence gathered and acted upon.
Problem-solving activity conducted with partners.
Performance against this priority will be reviewed between July 2026 and September 2026, with patrol plans amended where necessary to respond to changing community needs.

Actioned 20 August 2026

ASB in Treahearn Road, Thurlow Gardens, Davis Way.
This behaviour is having a negative impact on the local environment, contributing to reduced community confidence, concerns about antisocial behaviour, and increased perceptions of crime. Residents have expressed frustration at the recurrence of the issue and have requested increased action and reassurance from police and partner agencies.

Issued 23 June 2026

Reduce anti-social behaviour and drug-related activity within identified hotspot locations, including Treahearn Road, Thurlow Gardens, Davis Way and surrounding areas, through targeted patrols, community engagement and partnership working.
Conduct regular high-visibility patrols within identified hotspot locations.
Deliver a minimum of one community street briefing per month within affected areas.
Actively gather intelligence from residents regarding ASB and drug-related concerns.
Submit and progress identified issues with relevant partner agencies and monitor outcomes.
Neighbourhood officers and PCSOs will carry out proactive patrols focused on disrupting ASB and drug-related activity, while working with local authority partners, housing providers and community groups to address underlying causes and repeat locations.
This priority responds directly to concerns raised by residents regarding ASB, drug use and associated criminality. It aims to improve public confidence, reduce harm and enhance the quality of life for those living and working within the ward.
This priority will be reviewed quarterly. Progress will be monitored through patrol activity, community feedback, partner actions and reports of ASB and drug-related activity between July 2026 and September

Actioned 20 August 2026

Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG) has been identified as a neighbourhood priority within Fairlop Ward. This priority reflects concerns raised by residents, ward panel members, and partner agencies regarding behaviours that cause women and girls to feel unsafe, including harassment, stalking, intimidation, domestic abuse, sexual offences, and misogynistic behaviour in public and private spaces.
VAWG has a significant impact on victims’ physical safety, mental wellbeing, and confidence to live freely within their community. Even when criminal offences are not immediately reported, fear of abuse and harassment can restrict daily routines and reduce trust in services. The Neighbourhood Policing Team recognises the importance of addressing both criminal behaviour and the wider perceptions of safety.

Issued 23 June 2026

1. Increased Visibility and Patrols
Conduct targeted patrols in areas where women and girls may feel vulnerable, including transport routes, shopping areas, parks, and residential locations.
Focus patrols on days and times identified through intelligence, community feedback, and reported incidents.
Provide reassurance by engaging directly with members of the public.
2. Victim‑Focused Policing
Ensure victims are treated with dignity, sensitivity, and empathy.
Prioritise safeguarding, including referrals to specialist support services where appropriate.
Promote confidential reporting pathways and ensure victims understand the options available to them.
3. Partnership Working
Work closely with partner agencies including:
Local authority safeguarding teams
Domestic abuse services and advocacy groups
Health, housing, and education partners
Support multi‑agency problem‑solving to address root causes and protect those at risk.
4. Community Engagement and Education
Engage with community groups, ward panels, and schools where appropriate to raise awareness of VAWG.
Encourage bystander reporting and challenge behaviours that contribute to fear and harm.
Use street briefings, community events, and engagement visits to share advice and reassurance.

Actioned 20 August 2026