Crime in Smithills, Bolton
Comprehensive safety analysis for Smithills, localized within Bolton.
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| Location Reference | Primary Incidents | Total |
|---|---|---|
| On or near Lightbounds Road Map | Violence and sexual offences: 1 | 1 |
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Local Priorities
Speeding and other traffic related offences on priority routes throughout the Bolton North area at peak times. Priority route in Smithills is Moss Bank Way. Peak times are mid to late afternoon.
Issued: 1 Jun 2026
Status Update
Targeted action to detect speeding vehicles on major routes throughout Bolton North under Operation Classify. Your local officers will target and deal with road users who place other rose users and pedestrians at risk.
Actioned: 1 Jun 2026
Insecure vehicles being targeted and items stolen from inside overnight.
Issued: 1 Jun 2026
Status Update
Your local officers will be following up on all reports of vehicle crime, collecting any available CCTV to identify those responsible and arrest them. We will also be using Bee in the Loop to send out crime prevention advice.
Actioned: 1 Jun 2026
Engagement Events
Bolton North PACT Meeting
meetingThis is a chance to meet your Policing Chief Inspector, Area Sergeant, and Community Safety Officers. Come along and inform us of any issues you may have.
6:00 PM — 7:30 PM
St Paul's Primary School, Newnham Street
Police Drop In Surgery
meetingCome and speak to your local officers and raise concerns about crime and anti - social behaviour in your area.
10:30 AM — 12:00 PM
Come and speak to your local officers and raise concerns about crime and anti - social behaviour in your area.
Police Drop In Surgery
meetingCome and speak to your local officers and raise concerns about crime and anti - social behaviour in your area.
10:30 AM — 11:00 AM
St Peter's Church, Church Road
Police Drop In Surgery
meetingCome and speak to your local officers and raise concerns about crime and anti - social behaviour in your area.
10:30 AM — 12:00 PM
St Peter's Church, Church Road
Police Drop In Surgery
meetingCome and speak to your local officers and raise concerns about crime and anti - social behaviour in your area.
10:30 AM — 12:00 PM
St Peter's Church, Church Road
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