The crime rate in Norfolk is one of the lowest in the country. Norfolk Constabulary is committed to continuing to reduce crime throughout the county. However, the Police cannot fight crime on their own; they need the help of the whole community. Home Watch provides a way for local people to play an important part in making their communities safer and reducing crime.

What is Home Watch?

Home Watch (also known as Neighbourhood Watch) involves residents coming together to create a safer and more caring community. It operates through a network of schemes which:

• are set up along guidelines that are approved by the Norfolk Constabulary
• are run by the members and supported by the police
• vary in size
• choose a Head co-ordinator and sometimes a small committee to manage the scheme, liaise with the police, local organisations and other Watch groups
• take steps to prevent crime, improve safety and reduce the fear of crime in their area.

How are schemes set up?

Home Watch is currently undergoing a review with new scheme details, materials and information packs being available from 1 April 2010.

If you would like to set up a scheme in your area before 1 April 2010 or would like more information on the role of Home Watch co-ordinator, please contact the Communications & Public Affairs department at Norfolk Constabulary on 01953 425 555 or e mail communications@norfolk.pnn.police.uk

Crime Prevention Officers

If you wish to talk to a Crime Prevention Officer about ensuring that your property is secure, please call 0845 456 4567.