Crime in Shildon and Dene Valley, County Durham
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| Location Reference | Primary Incidents | Total |
|---|---|---|
| On or near All Saints' Road Map | Violence and sexual offences: 4Criminal damage and arson: 3 | 7 |
| On or near Parking Area Map | Anti-social behaviour: 6 | 6 |
| On or near Parking Area Map | Violence and sexual offences: 5 | 5 |
| On or near Jackson Street Map | Violence and sexual offences: 3Criminal damage and arson: 2 | 5 |
| On or near Royal George Close Map | Other theft: 4 | 4 |
| On or near Scott Street Map | Criminal damage and arson: 3 | 3 |
| On or near Ash Grove Map | Violence and sexual offences: 3 | 3 |
| On or near Central Parade Map | Anti-social behaviour: 3 | 3 |
| On or near Parking Area Map | Shoplifting: 3 | 3 |
| On or near Drybourne Avenue Map | Violence and sexual offences: 3 | 3 |
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ASB on an evening mainly in the area of Arthur Street and Albert Street. ASB around the Medical center and surrounding ,streets. Youths throwing objects and knocking on doors.
Issued: 28 Apr 2026
Status Update
Ongoing joint approach with DCC ASB Team to address identified persons/properties involved. Meetings with Partner agencies and the County council have taken place to address the issues updates to follow. Youths have been spoken to and action has been taken. Hotspot patrols are in place .
Actioned: 8 May 2026
Increased reports of off-road bikes in the area. Noise and bikes being driven in a dangerous and antisocial manner.
Issued: 28 Apr 2026
Status Update
Working with Partner agencies to restrict access. Promoting the reporting of off road bikes via Crimestoppers and live chat/101. Information gathering through regular patrol identified suspects that were reported. Information and Intelligence is being viewed and Patrols have increased in hotspot areas.
Actioned: 8 May 2026
Speeding around the school and the m.ain shopping areas .
Issued: 28 Apr 2026
Status Update
Speed watch sessions have been planned. Dates to be arranged. Speed watch was conducted on West Chilton terrace 8 drivers have received warning letters.
Actioned: 8 May 2026
Engagement Events
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New Chilton Catholic Club, Brooklyn Road, Chilton, County Durham.
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6:00 PM — 8:00 PM
New Chilton Catholic Club, Brooklyn Road, Chilton, County Durham.
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meetingPolice and Community Together Meeting to discuss any concerns or issues in your local area.
6:00 PM — 8:00 PM
New Chilton Catholic Club, Brooklyn Road, Chilton, County Durham.
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meetingPolice and Community Together Meeting to discuss any concerns or issues in your local area.
6:00 PM — 8:00 PM
New Chilton Catholic Club, Brooklyn Road, Chilton, County Durham.
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meetingPolice and Community Together Meeting to discuss any concerns or issues in your local area.
6:00 PM — 8:00 PM
New Chilton Catholic Club, Brooklyn Road, Chilton, County Durham.
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