WD22 Intelligence Updated April 2026Source: Devon & Cornwall Police Police

Crime in Ham, Plymouth

Comprehensive safety analysis for Ham, localized within Plymouth.

Total Crimes

126
trending_up +10.5% MoM

Annual Crime Rate

84.38per 1k
trending_up +1.1% 12m Trend

Safety Rating

Moderate

Total Population

14,376

12-Month Crime Trend

Monthly Totals

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Crime Categories

Violence & Sexual Offences71
Anti-social Behaviour17
Public Order13
Other Theft9
Criminal Damage & Arson8
Other Crime3
Weapons Possession2
Drug Offences1
Burglary1
Shoplifting1

Incident Distribution

Location ReferencePrimary IncidentsTotal
On or near Briardale Road Map
Violence and sexual offences: 5
5
On or near Ham Green Lane Map
Violence and sexual offences: 4
4
On or near Myrtleville Map
Violence and sexual offences: 4
4
On or near Hungerford Road Map
Violence and sexual offences: 3
3
On or near Greatlands Place Map
Violence and sexual offences: 3
3
On or near Allenby Road Map
Public order: 2Criminal damage and arson: 1
3
On or near Yellowmead Road Map
Anti-social behaviour: 2Possession of weapons: 1
3
On or near Ferndale Avenue Map
Other theft: 1Criminal damage and arson: 1
2
On or near Laurel Road Map
Anti-social behaviour: 2
2
On or near Boscastle Gardens Map
Burglary: 1Public order: 1
2

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Local Rank

#10safest in Plymouth

City Average

101.68per 1k

Local Policing

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Local Priorities

Your Neighbourhood Policing Team have reviewed the data provided by our community messaging users and identified the keys areas that we as the policing can tackle. These areas are:
Drug Dealing

Issued: 6 Apr 2026

Status Update

We will continue to engage with the local communities and develop plans to tackles the local priorities.
Be visible in the areas that have been identified.
Carry out specific operations to tackle areas of crime and disorder

Over recent weeks, officers have been carrying out proactive patrols in response to community concerns around drug dealing in the area.

We will continue to take robust action.
Community information remains vital, and we encourage residents to report any suspicious activity.

Actioned: 6 Jul 2026

Your Neighbourhood Policing Team have reviewed the data provided by our community messaging users and identified the keys areas that we as the policing can tackle. These areas are:
Road Safety
Nuisance Motor Bikes

Issued: 6 Apr 2026

Status Update

We will continue to engage with the local communities and develop plans to tackles the local priorities.
Be visible in the areas that have been identified.
Carry out specific operations to tackle areas of crime and disorder

Officers have been carrying out targeted patrols to address dangerous road use, nuisance behaviour and concerns raised by residents. This work will continue over the coming weeks.

We are also working alongside our Neighbourhood Support Team who preparing a dedicated operation to tackle the illegal use of e-bikes and associated criminality. This will include enforcement activity and partnership working aimed at keeping our roads, pathways and public spaces safe.

Please watch this space for further updates.
Thank you for your ongoing support.

Actioned: 6 Jul 2026

Your Neighbourhood Policing Team have reviewed the data provided by our community messaging users and identified the keys areas that we as the policing can tackle. These areas are:
General Anti Social Behaviour
Noise Disturbance

Issued: 6 Apr 2026

Status Update

We will continue to engage with the local communities and develop plans to tackles the local priorities.
Be visible in the areas that have been identified.
Carry out specific operations to tackle areas of crime and disorder

Officers have carried out high-visibility patrols, engaging positively with local youths and residents and using Public Space Protection Order (PSPO) powers where necessary. Local areas have included Central Park and the skate park, The Life Centre and St Budeaux . This has included other enforcement action to prevent further ongoing nuisance and disruption.

These patrols and engagement will continue, particularly moving into the early Spring period, as we work to keep public spaces safe and enjoyable for everyone.

Actioned: 6 Jul 2026

Your Neighbourhood Policing Team have reviewed the data provided by our community messaging users and identified the keys areas that we as the policing can tackle. These areas are:
General Anti Social Behaviour
Noise Disturbance

Issued: 6 Jan 2026

Status Update

We will continue to engage with the local communities and develop plans to tackles the local priorities.
Be visible in the areas that have been identified.
Carry out specific operations to tackle areas of crime and disorder

24/02/2026

Officers have carried out high-visibility patrols, engaging positively with local youths and residents and using Public Space Protection Order (PSPO) powers where necessary. Local areas have included Central Park and the skate park, The Life Centre and St Budeaux . This has included other enforcement action to prevent further ongoing nuisance and disruption.
These patrols and engagement will continue as we work to keep public spaces safe and enjoyable for everyone.

Actioned: 6 Apr 2026

Your Neighbourhood Policing Team have reviewed the data provided by our community messaging users and identified the keys areas that we as the policing can tackle. These areas are:
Road Safety
Nuisance Motor Bikes

Issued: 6 Jan 2026

Status Update

We will continue to engage with the local communities and develop plans to tackles the local priorities.
Be visible in the areas that have been identified.
Carry out specific operations to tackle areas of crime and disorder

24/02/26

Officers have been carrying out targeted patrols to address dangerous road use, nuisance behaviour and concerns raised by residents. This work will continue over the coming weeks.

We are also preparing a dedicated operation to tackle the illegal use of e-bikes and associated criminality. This will include enforcement activity and partnership working aimed at keeping our roads, pathways and public spaces safe.

Local NPT officers have attended a resident's meeting at The Beacon, North Prospect Road along with the local councillor to discuss concerns around anti-social mopeds and driving in the area.

Please watch this space for further updates.
Thank you for your ongoing support.

Actioned: 6 Apr 2026

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