Crime in Westward Ho!, Torridge
Comprehensive safety analysis for Westward Ho!, localized within Torridge.
Total Crimes
Annual Crime Rate
Safety Rating
ModerateTotal Population
12-Month Crime Trend
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Incident Distribution
| Location Reference | Primary Incidents | Total |
|---|---|---|
| On or near Westbourne Terrace Map | Shoplifting: 4Violence and sexual offences: 3Anti-social behaviour: 2 | 10 |
| On or near Bay View Road Map | Violence and sexual offences: 5 | 5 |
| On or near Nelson Road Map | Violence and sexual offences: 2Vehicle crime: 1Anti-social behaviour: 1 | 4 |
| On or near Graham Way Map | Violence and sexual offences: 2Other theft: 1 | 3 |
| On or near Stanwell Hill Map | Anti-social behaviour: 2Criminal damage and arson: 1 | 3 |
| On or near Tadworthy Road Map | Public order: 1Violence and sexual offences: 1 | 2 |
| On or near Supermarket Map | Drugs: 1Shoplifting: 1 | 2 |
| On or near Kingsley Road Map | Other theft: 1 | 1 |
| On or near Pavilion View Map | Anti-social behaviour: 1 | 1 |
| On or near Golf Links Road Map | Vehicle crime: 1 | 1 |
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Westward Ho!, Northam & Appledore, Hartland Rural
Devon & Cornwall Police
Local Priorities
Engagement
Issued: 15 Oct 2025
Status Update
Ensuring regular visible police engagement activity is taking place within the local community
Actioned: 15 Nov 2025
Tackling Severe and Persistent Antisocial Behaviour
Issued: 15 Oct 2025
Status Update
- working in partnership identifying and dealing with persistent ASB linked to individuals and locations
Actioned: 15 Nov 2025
Tackling Drugs and Organised Crime
Issued: 15 Oct 2025
Status Update
– Building upon and obtaining community intelligence working jointly with partner agencies to identify and target drug dealing and organised crime
Actioned: 15 Nov 2025
Tackling Repeat Offenders
Issued: 15 Oct 2025
Status Update
– identifying and dealing with the recidivist offenders within our communities with a focus upon retail crime and theft
Actioned: 15 Nov 2025
Hotspot Policing
Issued: 15 Oct 2025
Status Update
– Hotspot policing in Bideford involves targeted, high-visibility patrols in specific areas with high crime or antisocial behaviour, utilizing funding from the Police and Crime Commissioner and the Home Office. The initiative deploys both police officers and street marshals who engage with the community, deter crime, and address disorder
Actioned: 15 Nov 2025
Engagement Events
Woolsery Agricultural Show
other9:00 AM — 5:00 PM
Clovelly Court Gardens, Bideford
Bideford Rotary's Water Festival
other10:00 AM — 4:00 PM
Bideford Quay, The Quay Bideford
Appledore Book Festival - Children's Fun Day
other10:00 AM — 3:00 PM
Parking - The Quay, 22 The Quay Bideford
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