Marlborough

Violence Against Women and Girls - VAWG - Marlborough Safer Neighbourhood Team is committed in the reduction of violent crime including those crimes committed against women and girls. This will be achieved through joint working with partner agencies and proactive policing, alongside community engagement events and speaking to those directly living and working in Harrow.

Issued 15 January 2026

Daily patrols of the ward whilst engaging with members of the community on their individual perception of their safety. Also gaining an understanding of the issues they have identified within the ward. Along with increased patrols on Friday and Saturday evenings.

Walk and Talk events held from the local tube stations during peak travel times, offering advice and the chance for community to express concerns.

Actioned 30 April 2026

Theft From Person

Reduce offences of theft from person within key public areas and increase detection, offender identification, and victim reassurance.

Issued 15 January 2026

High‑Visibility & Targeted Patrols
Deploy officers to hotspot locations at times identified through crime data and partner intel.
Focus on areas with high footfall such as transport hubs, retail zones, and night‑time economy sites.

Intelligence‑Led Activity
Review recent reports, CCTV, and intelligence submissions to identify suspects, trends, or linked series.

Public & Partner Engagement
Work with transport hubs, shops, and venue staff to gather intel and promote preventive messaging.
Provide on‑the‑spot crime‑prevention advice to the public, focusing on mobile phones, bags, and valuables.

Enforcement & Early Intervention
Prioritise stop‑search and proactive checks on known or suspected offenders operating in hotspot areas.
Actively pursue identification and arrest of prolific or opportunistic thieves.

Actioned 30 April 2026

Theft - Shoplifting

Reduce incidents of shoplifting within local retail areas and improve offender identification, arrests, and retailer confidence.

Issued 15 January 2026

High-Visibility Patrols:
Deploy officers at peak times identified through recent crime reports and retailer intel.
Conduct regular walk-throughs of affected stores to reassure staff and deter offending.

Intelligence-Led Targeting:
Review CCTV footage and crime patterns to identify repeat offenders.
Submit intelligence reports and circulate suspect descriptions on internal systems for wider awareness.

Partnership Engagement:
Liaise with store managers and security staff to improve reporting pathways and gather timely information.

Enforcement Activity:
Prioritise arrest of prolific offenders and those involved in organised retail crime.

Actioned 30 April 2026