Tackling violence against women and girls.

The above issue is a forcewide priority for Avon and Somerset Constabulary to make women feel safer walking, predominantly after dark, in their communities.

Reports can be made via – Report feeling unsafe in public spaces (StreetSafe) | Avon and Somerset Police or a walk and talk with a female officer can be arranged via – Walk and Talk | Avon and Somerset Police

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• 4 November 2026
  

  As the evenings become darker, we want to remind residents about Avon and Somerset Police’s Walk and Talk scheme. This initiative gives members of the community the opportunity to walk through their local area with officers, highlighting places where they may feel unsafe and discussing improvements that could help make these spaces more welcoming and secure.

  Recently, we conducted a group Walk and Talk around Birchfield Park, Monmouth Road, St John’s Road and St Michael’s Avenue, where residents raised concerns including poor street lighting, uneven paving, overgrown trees and bushes, and locations identified as anti-social behaviour hotspots. The feedback gathered will help inform discussions with partner agencies and support efforts to improve community safety. Walk and Talks are a positive way for residents to have their voices heard, helping us better understand local concerns and work together to create safer neighbourhoods for everyone.

  If you would like to get involved in a walk and talk or raise concerns about your local area please get in touch with your local neighbourhood policing team or go to our website and apply at Walk and Talk | Avon and Somerset Police