Reducing Residential Burglary

Priority:
To reduce the risk and impact of residential burglary through prevention, community reassurance, and targeted enforcement.

Statement:
Somerton Neighbourhood Policing Team is committed to protecting homes and families by tackling residential burglary. We understand the emotional and financial harm caused by these offences and are determined to make our communities safer and more resilient.

Our strategy will focus on:

• Crime Prevention: Promoting practical security measures and awareness campaigns to help residents safeguard their homes, including support for Neighbourhood Watch and property marking schemes.
• Community Engagement: Building strong relationships with residents to encourage reporting, share intelligence, and increase visibility in areas most at risk.
• Targeted Patrols and Enforcement: Using crime pattern analysis and intelligence to deploy resources effectively, disrupt offenders, and support investigations.
• Partnership Working: Collaborating with local authorities, housing providers, and support services to address underlying factors and provide holistic support to victims.

We will continue to listen to our communities and adapt our approach to ensure Somerton remains a safe place to live, with burglary risks actively reduced through proactive policing and community collaboration.