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Our Commitment

Northumbria Police is committed to tackling crime in your area.

We want to know what your issues are and how we can help solve them.

You can view our commitment to you here.

You can contact us via the 'Feedback' link or you can call the police on:

Call 999 if there is any danger or risk to life or a crime in progress.

Call 101 for non-emergencies.
This is a general number to contact the police and request information or advice.

Text 07786 200 814 for non-emergencies.

Neighbourhood priorities

Northumbria Police aims to meet our commitment to you.

The following Neighbourhood priorities relate to your area:

1. May 2012: The prevention and reduction of violent crimes and anti-social behaviour associated with the night time economy on South Parade, Whitley Road,Promenade, East Parade and Victoria Terrace.

"What you told us"

There has been reports of violent crime and anti-social behaviour associated with the Whitley Bay town centre night time economy.

"What we are doing about it"

All Neighbourhood Beat Managers, 24/7 officers, Community Support Officers, detectives and partner agencies have been made aware of the issue.

High visibility patrols have been dedicated to the area including those from partner agencies.

"Keeping you informed"

Community meetings have been held in the area.

Regular meetings and consultation with members of the town's Pubwatch and North Tyneside's Strategic Partnership are held.


2. May 2012: Alcohol-related crime and anti-social behaviour in the area of Cullercoats Bay using a partnership approach and in consultation with the local community.

"What you told us"

There has been reports of crime and anti-social behaviour in the Cullercoats Bay area.

"What we are doing about it"

All Neighbourhood Beat Managers, 24/7 officers, Community Support Officers, detectives and partner agencies have been made aware of the issue.

"Keeping you informed"

A community meeting has been held to launch Operation Dredge focusing on the issues raised.

Additional patrols have been directed to the Cullercoats Bay area which has already led to a number of arrests.


3. May 2012: The prevention and reduction of burglary in the area, particularly in Cullercoats, Marden, Shiremoor and West Allotment

"What you told us"

There has been reports of burglaries in the Cullercoats, Marden, Shiremoor and West Allotment areas.

"What we are doing about it"

All Neighbourhood Beat Managers, 24/7 officers, Community Support Officers, detectives and partner agencies have been made aware of the issue.

"Keeping you informed"

A long term burglary reduction strategy is being formulated involving use of smart water linked to creation of Shiremoor Virtual Neighbourhood Watch scheme.

High visibility patrols are being carried out by police officers and Community Support Officers.