Crime in bishop auckland town, county durham
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| Location Reference | Primary Incidents | Total |
|---|---|---|
| On or near Supermarket Map | Shoplifting: 21Public order: 4 | 25 |
| On or near Shopping Area Map | Shoplifting: 6 | 6 |
| On or near Parking Area Map | Shoplifting: 4 | 4 |
| On or near Bridge Street Map | Violence and sexual offences: 4 | 4 |
| On or near Parking Area Map | Violence and sexual offences: 4 | 4 |
| On or near Tivoli Place Map | Criminal damage and arson: 2Bicycle theft: 1 | 3 |
| On or near Hutchinson Street Map | Violence and sexual offences: 3 | 3 |
| On or near East Parade Map | Shoplifting: 2Burglary: 1 | 3 |
| On or near Brewer Street Map | Criminal damage and arson: 2Vehicle crime: 1 | 3 |
| On or near Bradford Drive Map | Anti-social behaviour: 2 | 2 |
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Local Priorities
Coundon and Leeholme PACT Meeting Priority - vehicles speeding in the area
Issued: 16 Apr 2026
Status Update
Speed watch is to be organized by local officers.
In regard to off-road bike use: officers have drone capabilities to build intelligence around off-road bike and Quad sightings. The NPT now have 2 trained operators and are due to receive Drones in the very near future, attended schools in local area displaying drone capabilities to local pupils and answering questions.
Actioned: 16 Apr 2026
Dene Valley PACT Priorities:
Youth nuisance
Speeding
Issued: 2 Apr 2026
Status Update
Speeding remains a priority however Speedwatch sessions ongoing with positive feedback.
Increased concern in the meeting for youth nuisance in the area.
Other matters discussed were around a number of off-road vehicles in the area.
Abandoned vehicles were also flagged for police attention.
Actioned: 2 Apr 2026
Middlestone and Westerton PACT Priorities:
Speeding along B6287 Low road through Middlestone - vehicles driving too fast along the lane, vehicles have not been slowing down for horses.
Off-road bikes riding through the village towards Coundon
Issued: 19 Mar 2026
Status Update
Discussed carrying out a Speedwatch as Speed is still an issue. (NEXT PACT MARCH 2026).
Targeted patrols have been conducted around the area
Middlestone and Westerton PACT Priorities:
Local PCSO 30381 has been tasked to arrange a speed watch in the Middlestone area - re Speeding along B6287 Low road through Middlestone
Visible presence / patrols through the area, to deter speeders and off-road bike activity.
Local PC has drone capabilities residents have been asked ring 101 to log off-road bike incidents so that PCSO's can attend and the drone can be utilized
Actioned: 19 Mar 2026
Dene Valley PACT Priority for March 2026 - speeding cars.
Issued: 5 Mar 2026
Status Update
Topics of discussion included anti-social behaviour/vehicle use within the area however overall calls have reduced over the last month.
Speeding remains a concern and it was agreed for further Speedwatch session to be carried out.
Matters regarding traffic calming measures and loose horses were discussed, neighbourhood warden was present and is aware of and working to resolve some of the issues.
Update 2nd April
Since the last meeting, further Speedwatch sessions have been conducted within the area.
Actioned: 2 Apr 2026
Engagement Events
Coundon and Leeholme PACT
meetingPACT MEETING
Dene Valley PACT Meeting
meetingAn opportunity to speak with local officers about your area.
5:00 PM — 6:00 PM
Dene Valley One Stop Shop, High Street, Bishop Auckland, DL14 8TD
Leeholme and Coundon PACT
meetingPACT MEETING
Dene Valley PACT Meeting
meetingAn opportunity to speak to local officers about your area.
5:00 PM — 6:00 PM
Dene Valley One Stop Shop, High Street, Bishop Auckland, DL14 8TD
Leeholme and Coundon PACT
meetingPACT MEETING
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