Crime in Blurton West and Newstead, Stoke-on-Trent
Comprehensive safety analysis for Blurton West and Newstead, localized within Stoke-on-Trent.
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| Location Reference | Primary Incidents | Total |
|---|---|---|
| On or near Yeovil Place Map | Violence and sexual offences: 6Drugs: 1Burglary: 1 | 10 |
| On or near Thorpe Green Map | Violence and sexual offences: 4Anti-social behaviour: 2Other theft: 1 | 8 |
| On or near Witchford Crescent Map | Anti-social behaviour: 2Shoplifting: 1Public order: 1 | 6 |
| On or near Ripon Road Map | Violence and sexual offences: 5Anti-social behaviour: 1 | 6 |
| On or near Broadoak Way Map | Anti-social behaviour: 6 | 6 |
| On or near Finstock Avenue Map | Public order: 3Anti-social behaviour: 2 | 5 |
| On or near Garsdale Crescent Map | Violence and sexual offences: 4 | 4 |
| On or near Netley Place Map | Violence and sexual offences: 3 | 3 |
| On or near Beaconsfield Drive Map | Other theft: 1Public order: 1 | 2 |
| On or near Zetland Place Map | Robbery: 1Other theft: 1 | 2 |
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Fulford Barlaston & Oulton
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Increased reports of drugs been dealt and increased use of cannabis in Barlaston.
Issued: 3 Mar 2026
Status Update
Increased patrols in the area, intelligence gathering and positive action taken against offenders.
Actioned: 1 Jun 2026
We have seen an increase in reports of hare coursing in the rural areas, which appears to be a national trend. Officers from the County Pro Active and Rural team have been tasked to try and gather intelligence and take positive action against anyone believed to be committing offences.
Issued: 1 Dec 2025
Status Update
County proactive and rural teams asked to patrol the area, gather intelligence around those committing offences and take positive action.
Actioned: 1 Dec 2025
Concerns have been raised for litter being left around Barlaston Downs. We have approached the council to support with bins and signs
Issued: 10 Sep 2025
Status Update
We have approached the council to support with more bins and signs asking people to use the bins or take rubbish home
Actioned: 12 Sep 2025
Fly tipping in the lanes around Oulton.
Issued: 8 Jun 2025
Status Update
The issues have been raised with the council who have agreed to provide some signs and we will ensure these are deployed in the coming weeks. We will also be providing relevant contacts at the council to report any further incidents. We're have been speaking to communities in the area to further understand the detail of the 'Neighbour' issues that are being reported and if this is still a problem.
Actioned: 25 Jun 2025
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