Issue: Shop Thefts

This is a priority for the next 3 months, based on community feedback, crime data and engagement with partners.

Issued 01 July 2026

We will:
-Deal robustly with shoplifting in the local area, and target repeat offenders so that local businesses can have trust and confidence in their Police service.

We Did:
Continue you to engage with retail businesses impacted by retail crime and those at risk of retail crime, offering crime prevention advice, identified prolific offenders and make them accountable through the use of the criminal justice system.

Actioned 01 October 2026

Issue: Anti-social behaviour.
This a priority for the next three months based on data, community feedback and engagement with partners.

Issued 01 July 2026

We will:
Engage with the Community to identify the areas blighted with Anti/ social behaviour . Carry out high visibility patrols in impacted areas. Tackle any antisocial behaviour identified and and commit to reducing antisocial behaviour that is negatively impacting the community.

We did:
Visible patrols in Tonyn Close and Hollington Rd. Alvechurch, letter drop with housing provider and engaging with residents as well as listening to there concerns and worries.
Visible patrols of Wythall and community engagement in this area in order to deter and identify any ASB issues. Partnership working to target specific areas highlighted.

Actioned 01 October 2026

Issue:
Speeding and illegal use of the road network in our community.

Issued 01 July 2026

We will:
Tackle speeding and other Illegal road use within the community, by using all tools available to us. this will be done through education and taking positive action where appropriate.

We Did:
Officers have conducted speed surveys and speed enforcement:
Enforcement locations include, Beoley Lane, Weather Oak Hill and Houndsfield Lane
Hopwood pre-planned op targeting illegal activities
Hi visibility patrols on all roads including high harm routes
Community speed watch groups continues to be set up in various locations and further site surveys have been conducted at various locations.

Actioned 01 October 2026