Crowthorne

Drug offences by way of drug use and drug dealing has been identified as a Top Priority in the recent Neighbourhood Priorities Survey by local residents. This is primarily in The Morgan Rec car park and Crowthorne high street.

Summary of activity from Sandhurst & Crowthorne neighbourhood officers tackling drug related offences in July 2026 for Crowthorne:

Officers continued proactive work against suspected drug activity within the Crowthorne area.

Targeted patrols were conducted around Swords Drive, Hatch Ride, Sydney Close and Crowthorne High Street following intelligence relating to suspected drug dealing. Officers carried out visibility patrols, gathered community intelligence, and conducted enquiries at relevant addresses. Information obtained during patrols was submitted to support ongoing investigations. Stop search carried out under the Misuse of Drugs Act on individual the NHPT have information on that is linked to drug supply and weapon carrying - resulting in intelligence picture being further built around this individual and partner agencies informed to manage risk around this individual.

Additional patrols were carried out around Buckler's Park and Crowthorne High Street in response to reports of youth gatherings involving suspected drug use and potential drug dealing. Although no offences were identified during the patrol periods, the high-visibility presence reassured residents and disrupted opportunities for criminal activity.

Community engagement activities also generated valuable intelligence from residents concerning drug-related concerns and associated anti-social behaviour, helping officers to better understand local issues and direct future patrol activity.

Speeding on Crowthorne Road leading into Crowthorne. Noise complaints of loud exhaust from cars and bikes during the night and early morning.

Summary of activity conducted by Sandhurst & Crowthorne neighbourhood officers tackling speeding and road safety as a priority in July 2026:

Road safety concerns continued to feature prominently in community discussions throughout the month.

Targeted speed-monitoring patrols were conducted on Old Wokingham Road, following reports of speeding vehicles. Whilst no offences were detected during the patrol period, officer presence helped reassure residents and reinforce safe driving behaviours.

During community engagement events and "Have Your Say" sessions, local residents raised concerns regarding dangerous driving and speeding on Addiscombe Road, as well as concerns surrounding the use of Sur-Ron motorcycles, e-bikes and e-scooters in public places. Intelligence was gathered and submitted for further assessment, with officers providing advice and reassurance to residents.

To address concerns relating to cycle theft and the misuse of e-bikes and e-scooters, officers held a successful bike marking and crime prevention event at the Baptist Church on Crowthorne High Street. More than 25 bicycles were registered on the national bike database, with attendees receiving crime prevention advice and information regarding the legal use of e-bikes and e-scooters. Within this event advice and education around the law surrounding illegal use of e-bike/e-scooters which are the subject of speeding concerns was passed to a large portion of the community attending.

ASB amongst youths in Morgan recreational ground and the ASB driving of motorbikes along Crowthorne high street.

During July 2026, officers across the Crowthorne neighbourhood delivered a highly visible and proactive policing approach, combining targeted patrols, community engagement, partnership working, and enforcement activity. This work directly supported the key neighbourhood priorities of anti-social behaviour (ASB), drug-related activity, and speeding/road safety concerns.

Summary of activity conducted by Sandhurst & Crowthorne neighbourhood officers tackling ASB in July 2026:

Officers conducted a number of targeted patrols in response to reports of youth-related ASB, particularly at Buckler's Park and the Hub, following concerns about large groups gathering and causing nuisance.

High-visibility patrols took place throughout the month, including evening patrols of Buckler's Park and surrounding areas. Officers engaged with young people present, conducted reassurance patrols, and liaised with local residents and park users. During these patrols no significant ASB was identified, indicating that police visibility continues to act as an effective deterrent.

Officers also investigated reports of ASB affecting local businesses. Following reports of egg-throwing and theft offences at Berkshire Cycles on Crowthorne High Street, officers reviewed CCTV footage, gathered evidence and began enquiries to identify those responsible. Positive feedback was received from the business owner regarding the support provided.

Engagement with young people remained a key focus throughout July. Officers delivered safety presentations to Beaver and Scout groups at Edgebarrow School Scout Hut, covering stranger awareness, personal safety, and how to contact emergency services. Further engagement took place with local teenagers on Crowthorne High Street and at community events, helping to strengthen relationships and encourage positive interactions with police.

The policing team also supported the annual Crowthorne Carnival, providing a visible presence throughout the event. Feedback from attendees was overwhelmingly positive, with officers helping to reassure the public and prevent disorder.

Bracknell South Neighbourhood Team are asking the community to complete the below surveys.

This is YOUR opportunity to tell us what you want the local NHPT to focus on!

The responses from the surveys will help to identify our local 'Policing Priorities' for the next 3 months.

Crowthorne & Sandhurst - https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/2bzwm3KYXH