Crime in Sherborne West, Dorset
Comprehensive safety analysis for Sherborne West, localized within Dorset.
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Incident Distribution
| Location Reference | Primary Incidents | Total |
|---|---|---|
| On or near Shutler Street Map | Anti-social behaviour: 3 | 3 |
| On or near Pageant Drive Map | Violence and sexual offences: 2 | 2 |
| On or near Wingfield Road Map | Violence and sexual offences: 2 | 2 |
| On or near Cornhill Map | Anti-social behaviour: 1Criminal damage and arson: 1 | 2 |
| On or near Highmore Road Map | Public order: 1Anti-social behaviour: 1 | 2 |
| On or near Clanfield Map | Violence and sexual offences: 1 | 1 |
| On or near The Green Map | Violence and sexual offences: 1 | 1 |
| On or near Ridgeway Map | Violence and sexual offences: 1 | 1 |
| On or near Gainsborough Drive Map | Anti-social behaviour: 1 | 1 |
| On or near South Avenue Map | Criminal damage and arson: 1 | 1 |
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Illegal and anti-social use of vehicles (off road motorcycles)
Location:
Corelli Estate.
Issue:
Off road bikes are being ridden illegally and anti-socially around the estate causing distress to local residents.
Planned action to tackle this issue:
- Targeted high-visibility patrols at key times (local officers and specialist teams)
- Robust enforcement action where possible including warning notices and vehicle seizures
- Partnership working with Dorset Council and other key agencies
Issued: 1 Apr 2026
Status Update
June update:
- Targeted patrols of the Corelli estate continuing at key times
- Incidents are still being reported and local officers are following up by making relevant enquiries to identify those involved
May update:
- Local residents have provided us with some excellent CTCV footage of incidents, which we have reviewed and identified some offenders. The footage will also assist us in prosecuting the offenders for road traffic offences
- We recently seized a motorbike due to being driven recklessly
- Targeted patrols of the Corelli estate will continue
Actioned: 30 Jun 2026
Shoplifting
Location:
Peel Centre, Babylon Hill.
Issue:
There has been an increase in shoplifting to local businesses at the retail park causing harm to staff, customers and the wider community.
Planned action to tackle this issue:
- Targeted high-visibility patrols at key times and locations
- Multi-agency working with Avon & Somerset Police and the local Town-Link scheme
- Dedicated policing operations
Issued: 1 Apr 2026
Status Update
June update:
- We continue targeted patrols in the area at key times
- We are making proactive enquires to locate a wanted suspect involved in theft offences
May update:
- We have increased our patrols in the area
- Engaged with local businesses to streamline reporting processes
- Working with Avon and Somerset Police to target suspects who live in Yeovil
Actioned: 30 Jun 2026
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Mobile Police Station @ Sherborne (Westbridge Park Co-op)
other11:00 AM — 1:00 PM
Co-op Food (Westbridge Park) Sherborne
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