Crime in Penkside, Stafford
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| Location Reference | Primary Incidents | Total |
|---|---|---|
| On or near Perrin Close Map | Violence and sexual offences: 6Public order: 1 | 7 |
| On or near Queensville Bridge Map | Shoplifting: 1Vehicle crime: 1Anti-social behaviour: 1 | 4 |
| On or near Plant Crescent Map | Violence and sexual offences: 4 | 4 |
| On or near Shopping Area Map | Shoplifting: 3Violence and sexual offences: 1 | 4 |
| On or near Sidney Avenue Map | Criminal damage and arson: 2Anti-social behaviour: 1 | 3 |
| On or near Supermarket Map | Criminal damage and arson: 3 | 3 |
| On or near Peach Avenue Map | Violence and sexual offences: 3 | 3 |
| On or near Bridge Gardens Map | Anti-social behaviour: 1Criminal damage and arson: 1 | 2 |
| On or near Meadow Road Map | Anti-social behaviour: 1 | 1 |
| On or near Old Rickerscote Lane Map | Anti-social behaviour: 1 | 1 |
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The drug issues and complaints are continuing, therefore high visibility patrols have been increased in the area and partnership working commenced to address the problems, particularly on the Highfields estate
Issued: 2 Feb 2026
Status Update
High visibility patrols, increased surgeries to report intelligence and a partnership approach to dealing with further concerns.
Actioned: 2 Feb 2026
We have received reports of further drug dealing in the area from local councillor, despite some fantastic pro active work in the area.
Issued: 31 Oct 2025
Status Update
Deputy Commander Wareing will be meeting with your local councillor in the coming days to understand what these problems are and how we can work together with partners to solve them. Local officers have been tasked to complete community contact records in the area to understand how the community are feeling and how we can best combat these problems
Actioned: 5 Nov 2025
Concerns were raised by residents about the increase in drug dealing.
Issued: 30 Jul 2025
Status Update
Officers have conducted engagement sessions and held drop-ins for the community to understand which specific addresses and individuals are causing the issues. We have been working closely with specialist officers and teams to take positive action against those running the drug dealing, which has subsequently led to arrests and safeguarding of children. The investigation is still ongoing.
Actioned: 30 Sep 2025
Despite the positive action in this area for drug supply, there appears to be a new group starting to do the same. Local officers will work with internal and external partners to combat this
Status Update
Officers will be tasked to complete CCRs and provide high visibility in the area for reassurance and to understand the bigger picture. Deputy Commander will meet with local councillor for support
Actioned: 1 Nov 2025
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Homes plus Community Hub 12 Burton Square
Police Surgery Meet & Greet
meeting2:45 PM — 3:45 PM
Homes plus Community Hub 12 Burton Square
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