Crime in Penzance East, Cornwall
Comprehensive safety analysis for Penzance East, localized within Cornwall.
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| Location Reference | Primary Incidents | Total |
|---|---|---|
| On or near Supermarket Map | Violence and sexual offences: 5Anti-social behaviour: 2Burglary: 1 | 9 |
| On or near Penalverne Place Map | Violence and sexual offences: 3Criminal damage and arson: 2Public order: 1 | 7 |
| On or near Albert Street Map | Shoplifting: 3Robbery: 1Public order: 1 | 6 |
| On or near Branwell Lane Map | Shoplifting: 4Other theft: 1Vehicle crime: 1 | 6 |
| On or near Shopping Area Map | Shoplifting: 4Theft from the person: 1 | 5 |
| On or near Eastern Green Map | Anti-social behaviour: 2Criminal damage and arson: 2 | 4 |
| On or near Causewayhead Map | Criminal damage and arson: 3Robbery: 1 | 4 |
| On or near Old Brewery Yard Map | Violence and sexual offences: 3Theft from the person: 1 | 4 |
| On or near The Greenmarket Map | Violence and sexual offences: 3 | 3 |
| On or near Nightclub Map | Shoplifting: 3 | 3 |
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To reduce Anti Social Behaviour, street drinking and provide reassurance to the community, reduce repeat demand, and build sustainable long-term solutions through collaborative action.
Issued: 1 Apr 2026
Status Update
Maintain high-visibility patrols in identified ASB hotspot areas.
Progress joint visits and tenancy enforcement with partner agencies
Ensure prompt follow up on community reports and intelligence submissions
Continue problem solving interventions for persistent individuals and locations
Actioned: 1 Apr 2026
Reduce drug dealing and misuse linked to local harm and community concern. Reduce visible drug activity, safeguard vulnerable individuals, and improve community confidence through sustained partnership.
Issued: 1 Apr 2026
Status Update
Conduct targeted patrols and warrants based on community and partner intelligence.
Identify and disrupt drug supply networks and linked ASB.
Work with outreach and support services to reduce harm among users.
Encourage community reporting to build the intelligence picture and support enforcement.
Actioned: 1 Apr 2026
Reduce shoplifting and theft offences by supporting local businesses, enhancing community confidence through visible policing and collaborative problem solving.
Issued: 1 Apr 2026
Status Update
Maintain high-visibility patrols in retail and town center hotspots.
Identify and target repeat or prolific offenders.
Work with businesses and partners to improve reporting and evidence sharing.
Provide crime prevention advice and support to local retailers.
Actioned: 1 Apr 2026
Reducing incidents of criminal damage, by reducing repeat damage, holding offenders accountable and building stronger community confidence through proactive, partnership led policing.
Issued: 1 Apr 2026
Status Update
Conduct targeted patrols in repeat or high-risk locations.
Review CCTV and work with partners to identify and deal with offenders.
Encourage timely reporting and evidence submissions from the public.
Engage with local schools and youth services to address youth related damage.
Actioned: 1 Apr 2026
Improving Road Safety to reduce collisions, improve driver behaviour and increase community confidence through visible, intelligence led road policing activity.
Issued: 1 Apr 2026
Status Update
Conduct targeted speed checks in identified hotspot areas.
Support and expand Community Speedwatch activity.
Address vehicle related ASB through engagement and enforcement.
Promote road safety awareness through schools and community events.
Actioned: 1 Apr 2026
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