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Crime Prevention
Although it is the job of the police to fight crime, we can all help to bring crime down.
Most crime is against property, not people, and not many crimes are carefully planned.
Most crimes are committed on the spur of the moment - possessions left in a car or a door or window to a house left open. But you can reduce the risk by securing your home and car. This will also help the police, by giving them more time to tackle serious crime.
That's good for you and your family - because it makes your neighbourhood a safer place to live in.
The chances that you, or a member of your family will be a victim of crime are low. Crimes and especially violent crimes are still comparatively rare. Nevertheless, many people are frightened that they, or someone close to them, will be the victim of crime.
The best way to minimise the risks of crime are by taking sensible precautions.
Most people already do this as part of their everyday lives, often without realising it. Sensible precautions limit risk and reduce crime.
The links below show some of the very straightforward ways in which we can reduce crime for ourselves and the community.