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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: Shoplifting

“What you told us”

There has been an increase in shoplifting in local shops in Hendon, Ryhope and Grangetown.

“What are we doing about it”

Officers have been tackling this issue and this has resulted in a decrease in thefts within retail premises by 20% within the sector over the past month. This is due to increased policing, liaison with staff and security within retail premises and improved signs informing people about  CCTV and police activity. These preventative measures will continue in order to maintain a reduction in these offences.

“Keeping you informed”

The neighbourhood policing team will keep the local community updated with what is doing to tackle shoplifting at Partner and Community Together (PACT) meetings, on the website and through community messaging.


2. May 2012: House and shed burglary

“What you told us”

Local people are concerned about an increase in burglaries happening in our community

“What are we doing about it”

Officers from the Neighbourhood Policing Team are increasing patrols in areas which have been affected by these types of crime. People are reminded to make sure they keep doors securely locked, especially overnight to help prevent opportunist offences. Residents are encouraged to report any suspicious behaviour to police straightaway.

“Keeping you informed”

The neighbourhood policing team will keep the local community updated with what is doing to tackle shoplifting at Partner and Community Together (PACT) meetings, on the website and through community messaging.



3. May 2012: Youth related anti-social behaviour

“What you told us”

Residents are concerned about young people hanging around the streets.


“What are we doing about it”

A specific youth anti-social behaviour - "Operation Berry" will continue to be active throughout the following period. This operation targets youth disorder which is also alcohol related. There are planned police patrols which will be conducted around identified areas mainly on a Friday and Saturday evening in partnership with local youth providers and also XL workers. Diversion activities have been requested around the areas identified including the use of the XL Youth village.

“Keeping you informed”

Members of the public are welcome to attend local PACT meetings which are publicised on the Northumbria Police website. Or they can contact the Neighbourhood Policing Team directly by telephoning 101.