Your local team
Your local policing team is made up of dedicated neighbourhood officers and community support officers.
We work closely with local authorities, community leaders and residents to decide our policing priorities for the area. This helps us to find useful, long-term solutions to local problems, while maintaining our wider focus on reducing crime across Tyne & Wear and Northumberland.
Crimes and priorities
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Priority:
Action taken:
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Priority:
Motorcycle related anti-social behaviour
Action taken:
We’re stepping up our patrols across North Shields to address ongoing issues linked to anti-social behaviour, particularly problems involving nuisance motorcycles. Our officers are focusing on locations where repeated concerns have been raised, helping to prevent incidents, disrupt offending and increase community confidence.
We continue to work alongside our key partners—such as the local authority, housing teams, youth services and community safety officers—to identify those involved and take appropriate action. Dedicated operations are also underway to detect and remove illegally ridden or unregistered bikes contributing to disorder in the area.
Engagement with residents and local organisations remains a priority. By listening to the community and acting on the information shared with us, we can ensure our activity reflects the needs and concerns of people living and working in North Shields
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Priority:
Violence Against Womens & Girls (VAWG)
Action taken:
Public Safety: Increase presence around pubs, bars, and late-night venues during weekends.
Transport Safety: Work with taxi firms and public transport providers to ensure safe travel options.
Prevention: Deploy officers in hotspot areas to deter assaults and anti-social behaviour / "Ask For Angela" Campaign. -
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Intoxicated Adults creating a nuisance - North Shields Town Centre
Action taken:
We’re increasing high-visibility patrols across North Shields to tackle anti-social behaviour, with particular attention on areas affected intoxicated adults. Our officers are regularly deploying to local hotspot locations to deter offending, provide reassurance, and respond quickly to community concerns.
We’re working closely with partners—including the local authority, housing teams and community wardens—to identify offenders and put long-term solutions in place. Targeted operations are also being carried out to tackle aqusitive crime in the Town Centre.
We will continue engaging with residents, businesses, and community groups to gather information and ensure our activity remains focused on what matters most.