Crime in icknield, luton

APRIL -

15/04/2026 - Meeting with HIGHWAYS to discuss the ongoing ASB driving around both colleges.
CCTV reviewed from Sixth Form College - 1 vehicle seizure due to breaching Section 59
LETS TALK MEETING attended with multi partner agencies - Council, NET team, Highways and Residents.

The priority of ANTI-SOCIAL BEHAVIOUR and SPEEDING has been continued for the next 3 months.

MARCH -

30/03/2026 - Luton sixth form visited to speak about the current issue of speeding escalating. The college have been told about Section 59's being issued for speeding in the area and vehicle seizures will be taking place

12/03/2026 - Speed watch completed along FAIRFORD AVENUE between 11:30 till 12:30 due to an increase of lunchtime speeding
42 vehicles recorded
12 reported
7 were over 30 mph
1 at 40mph
1 Section 59 given for speeding along BRADGERS HILL

FEBRUARY -

Throughout the month of February, officers engaged with local residents, ward councillors, and the Sixth Form College regarding ongoing speeding concerns around Fairford Avenue and Bradgers Hill Road, particularly in relation to CCTV opportunities and the issuing of relevant Section 59 warnings. Engagement work was also carried out in the Riddy Lane area to strengthen relationships between college students and the police, fostering positive communication and early intervention. In response to the continued rise in speeding incidents, officers conducted lunchtime High‑Visibility Patrols along Fairford Avenue and Bradgers Hill Road, supported by the Neighbourhood Enforcement Team, to deter unsafe driving and provide reassurance to the community.

JANUARY-

27/01/2026 - Hi-Vis Conducted around the area of Sixth Form College

26/01/2026 - Hi-Vis Conducted around the area of Sixth Form College

23/01/2026 - Hi-Vis Conducted around the area of Sixth Form College, Riddy Lane and Barnfield College

22/01/2026 - Hi-Vis Conducted in the area of Bushmead and Barnfield

21/01/2025 - Hi-Vis Conducted around the area of Sixth Form College
A multi agency meeting held at Bushmead Community Centre to discuss local developments and concerns
Hi-Vis Completed around Riddy Lane and Barnfield College

09/01/2026 - Hi-Vis Conducted around the area of Sixth Form College
Hi-Vis completed around Riddy Lane and Barnfield College

08/01/2026 - Hi-Vis Conducted around the area of Sixth Form College

07/01/2026 - Hi-Vis Conducted around the area of Sixth Form College
DECEMBER -

24/12/2025 - HI-VIS done around the area of BUSHMEAD and BARNFIELD

23/12/2025 - HI-VIS completed around the area of Sixth Form College

17/12/2025 - 18/12/2025
HVP conducted around Luton Sixth Form to try and maintain peace.

15/12/2025 - Section 34 Dispersal Order put in place around Luton Sixth form due numerous fights happening throughout the day

06/12/2025 - Weapon Sweep completed BRADGERS HILL LANE and WOODS

05/12/2025 - Patrols completed around BRADGERS HILL & SIXTH FORM around the times of 1130 till 1200 and 1500 till 1530.

04/12/2025 - HVP completed around BRADGERS HILL ROAD, LUTON SIXTH FORM COLLEGE between 1420 - 1635

The priority of DRUGS has been continued for the next 3 months.

MARCH -

During the month of March, local community officers carried out regular high‑visibility patrols in the areas of Brantwood Park and Dallow Road in response to ongoing concerns relating to drug‑related anti‑social behaviour. The patrols were implemented to deter offending, provide reassurance to residents, and increase officer visibility at key locations and times identified through local intelligence. Officers engaged with members of the public, monitored activity within the area, and worked alongside partner agencies where appropriate. These proactive patrols form part of continued efforts to address drug‑related issues, reduce anti‑social behaviour, and maintain a safe and supportive environment for the local community.

FEBRUARY -

During the month of February, officers conducted a series of proactive and targeted patrols across key anti‑social behaviour hotspots in order to deter offending and provide visible reassurance to the local community. Particular attention was given to the areas surrounding Bowler Court, Brantwood Park, and Windsor Hill, where recurring reports of ASB had highlighted the need for increased police presence. These patrols were carried out at varying times of day to maximise effectiveness, disrupt emerging patterns of behaviour, and ensure sustained engagement with residents. Through consistent visibility and early intervention, officers aimed to reduce incidents, gather relevant intelligence, and reinforce the message that ASB will not be tolerated within the community.

JANUARY -

14/01/2026 - HVP has been conducted around the area of Windson Hill

DECEMBER -

31/12/2025 - Brantwood Park HVP Conducted no issues
24/12/2025 - HVP conducted around WINDSON HILL

23/12/2025 - HVP conducted around the flats on BONGRACE WALK

07/12/2025 - BRANTWOOD PARK HVP COMPLETED all in order - new location with tent identified where drug paraphernalia was located

02/12/2025 - BRANTWOOD PARK HVP completed drug users located and moved on

The priority of DRUGS , BEGGING and THEFT FROM SHOP has been continued for the next 3 months.

FEBRUARY -

During the month of February, Operation Salus officers conducted extensive high‑visibility foot patrols, with a continued focus on engaging both the public and local businesses. Patrols were intentionally scheduled during peak times and carried out across various days throughout the month to maximise visibility and community reassurance. In total, officers completed 98 hours and 34 minutes of patrol activity, resulting in 59 public engagements, 12 business engagements, 3 stop searches, 1 arrest, and no PSPO enforcements, with no intelligence reports submitted during this period. Of particular note, officers continued targeted engagement with Sainsbury’s—identified as a key location for TFS concerns—conducting foot patrols both within the store and in the surrounding area. Officers liaised closely with staff and store management to support the identification of potential offenders and maintain an active policing presence.

JANUARY -

26/01/2026 - at 1900hrs HVP was conducted around Sainsburys, Security Guard was spoken to no issues or theft from shop

03/01/2026 - Walking Engagement completed with Sainsburys, No issues raised
DECEMBER -

30/12/2025 - HVP conducted as well as Walking Engagement in SAINSBURYS

14/122/2025 - Day Of Action
- Plain Clothes operation inside SAINSBURYS
- HVP conducted in the area
- Walking engagement completed in Bury Park
- HVP completed in the general area of Biscot and Studley Road

07/12/2025 - 1 Male Arrested, Charged and Remanded for Theft From Shop

03/12/2025 - Day Of Action
- Plain clothes officers put in operation in store in SAINSBURYS working along with in-store detectives
- HVP in the vicinity of SAINSBURYS to deter crime
- 1 Male Arrested, Charged and Remanded for Theft From Shop
- A meeting took place with SAINSBURY'S management and head of security to discuss their crime data and crime prevention ahead of the WINTER POLICING PLAN.

The priority of HVP POLICING and BUSINESS ENGAGEMENTS will be the priority for the next 3 months

MARCH -

During the month of March, the local community team conducted regular high‑visibility patrols in and around the Moorland Gardens area as part of ongoing neighbourhood reassurance and engagement activity. These patrols provided opportunities to speak directly with residents, monitor the local environment, and address any concerns. No incidents or issues relating to anti‑social behaviour or crime were identified during this period; however, officers did note a slight increase in litter across the area. This concern has been recorded and shared with relevant partner agencies to support appropriate action, while patrols will continue to maintain a visible presence and promote a safe, clean, and well‑kept community space.

FEBRUARY -

During the month of February, officers attended the location on several occasions, both in vehicles and on foot, to conduct high‑visibility patrols and monitor ongoing concerns. Initial visits identified no change in the accumulation of rubbish outside the address, and no persons were seen in or around the building. Subsequent foot patrols confirmed that the situation remained unchanged, with no indications of ongoing street‑based sex trading (OSST) observed at that time. Further high‑visibility patrols included engagement with staff at the nearby care home, who reported that prostitution activity was still occurring in the vicinity. They confirmed ownership of the surrounding bushes and agreed to explore options for cutting them back, while noting that the adjacent avenue of trees is owned and recently maintained by the council. Contact details were exchanged to support continued communication and follow‑up as the matter progresses.

JANUARY -

During the month of January, high‑visibility patrols were carried out across the area, during which no issues of concern were identified and all appeared to be in proper order. Additional patrols were conducted with similarly nothing of note to report. As these activities fall under Op Octans, officers also extended their patrols into the wider Hightown area, where no persons of interest were sighted and no suspicious behaviour was observed. These continued patrols form part of our proactive approach to maintaining community reassurance and ensuring a visible policing presence in locations linked to the operation. Alongside this, Op Salus officers conducted high‑visibility foot patrols within the PMP area, focusing on engagement with both the public and local businesses, while ensuring patrols were carried out at known peak‑demand times. These patrols took place on various days throughout the month, contributing to enhanced visibility and intelligence development. Over the course of these deployments, a total of 37 hours and 31 minutes of patrol time was recorded, resulting in 52 public engagements, 12 business engagements, 3 intelligence reports, 1 arrest, 1 stop search, and 3 PSPO enforcements.

DECEMBER -
Officers from operation Salus have continued to carry out High Visibility Patrols in the area of this PMP. This have been on foot with the emphasis being on public & business engagement. We are looking to complete as many of the patrols at the peak times with the aim of reducing the total crime/asb in the area and have the greatest impact.
Total Patrol hours in the area for December 2025 - 17hrs 6 minutes
In addition to these hours, we have also completed numerous intelligence reports, numerous public and business engagements and stop searches. PSPO enforcements have also been carried out where relevant.

01/07/2025 - This priority has been extended for the next 3 months.

03/06/25-HVP carried out by PC350 and 300

30/05/25- Knife sweep conducted OLD BEDFORD RD - 1 knife seized.

27/05/25- PC350 HVP around HIGHTOWN

16/05/25 - HVP carried out around HIGHTOWN - PSPO enforcement conducted x1 ticket and x1 arrest.

10/05/25 - Night of Action carried out - x5 vehicles stopped. 1 stop and search.

09/05/25- HVP conducted during 1030-1800hrs.

08/05/25 - PSPO enforcement - x1 verbal warning given.

04/05/25- HVP conducted by PC 300/350 in afternoon.

22/04/25- day of action x2 arrested.

17/04/25 - 1 hour foot patrols conducted around PATHS ESTATE, X4 fixed penalty noticed given for drinking in a PSPO area.x2 engagements.

15/04/25 HVP and foot patrols conducted.

09/04/25 -HVP and foot patrols conducted in afternoon by PC 350/6282

09/04/25 HVP conducted by PC 350 around HIGHTOWN.

01/04/25- This Priority has been extended for the next 3 months APRIL - JUNE 2025

18/03/25 Joint agency meeting held.

12/03/25 Day of action x1 CPNW, 4 vehicles stops.

27/02/25 -Day of action - x5 intel reports, x2 stop searches, 1x vehicle search.

22/02/25 - HVPS around HIGHTOWN.

19/02/25 - HVP conducted by PC300/350.

18/02/25 -HVP conducted in morning by PC300/350.

08/02/2025 -Hi Vis Patrols (HVP) around HIGHTOWN

28/01/2025- Hi Vis Patrols (HVP) around HIGHTOWN

26/01/2025 -Hi Vis Patrols (HVP) around HIGHTOWN

24/01/2025 - Hi Vis Patrols (HVP) around HIGHTOWN, 1 arrested.

14/01/2025 -Hi Vis Patrols (HVP) around HIGHTOWN, 1 Arrested, 1 vehicle seized (Sec59) 1 Community Protection Notice (CPN) issued.

12/01/2025 -Hi Vis Patrols (HVP) around HIGH TOWN.

04/01/2025 - Hi Vis Patrols (HVP) at THE LARCHES, WENSLEYDALE and WARDOWN PARK, 1 Community Protection Notice Warning (CPNW) issued.