Crime in forest north west, new forest
Comprehensive safety analysis for forest north west, localized within new forest.
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Incident Distribution
| Location Reference | Primary Incidents | Total |
|---|---|---|
| On or near Sports/Recreation Area Map | Anti-social behaviour: 2 | 2 |
| On or near Salisbury Road Map | Burglary: 1Violence and sexual offences: 1 | 2 |
| On or near Highwood Lane Map | Violence and sexual offences: 1 | 1 |
| On or near Park/Open Space Map | Other theft: 1 | 1 |
| On or near Salisbury Road Map | Vehicle crime: 1 | 1 |
| On or near Brookside Map | Violence and sexual offences: 1 | 1 |
| On or near Hungerford Hill Map | Public order: 1 | 1 |
| On or near Lawrence Lane Map | Violence and sexual offences: 1 | 1 |
| On or near The Pines Map | Other theft: 1 | 1 |
| On or near Purlieu Lane Map | Criminal damage and arson: 1 | 1 |
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Local Priorities
Rural Crime
Issued: 3 May 2026
Status Update
Rural crime continues to be a focus for the team especially now we are in the poaching / hare coursing season. We are continuing to conduct proactive operations with our neighbouring forces and our Rural Crime Team in tackling rural crime.
Actioned: 3 May 2026
Theft from motor vehicles / outbuildings
Issued: 3 May 2026
Status Update
High visibility targeted patrols are being conducted. Extensive crime prevention advice has been provided across media outlets and local engagements will continue in the coming weeks.
Actioned: 3 May 2026
PSPO Street Drinkers
Issued: 3 May 2026
Status Update
Officers have been proactively patrolling hotspot areas as part of the ASB funded additional patrols within the city and surrounding areas. Where appropriate PSPO enforcement tickets have been issued and followed up with Wiltshire Council.
Actioned: 3 May 2026
Business Crime
Issued: 3 May 2026
Status Update
We have been working closely with businesses and partner agencies within the City to prevent and deter offences of shoplifting and proactively dealing with offenders involved in these crimes.
Actioned: 3 May 2026
Community Speed Watch
Issued: 3 May 2026
Status Update
The teams continue to support, where capacity allows, the positive work the Community Speed Watch teams do across the area.
Actioned: 3 May 2026
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