Middleton District

An increase in both residential and non-residential burglaries has been identified within the area, causing concern among residents, businesses, and partner agencies.

The Neighbourhood Policing Team will adopt a proactive approach focused on enforcement, prevention, and community engagement to reduce offending and increase public confidence.

Targeted high-visibility patrols and intelligence-led operations will be conducted in burglary hotspot locations, with a focus on identifying and disrupting prolific offenders. Officers will make effective use of crime pattern analysis, CCTV, ANPR, and forensic opportunities to support investigations and detect offenders.

Crime prevention activity will include providing security advice to residents and businesses, promoting property marking schemes, encouraging the use of CCTV and alarm systems, and supporting target-hardening measures for vulnerable premises. Reassurance visits will be carried out for victims and those most at risk of repeat victimisation.

The policing team will work closely with local authorities, housing providers, businesses, and community safety partners to share information and coordinate preventative activity. Burglary trends and outcomes will be reviewed regularly to ensure resources remain focused on emerging hotspots.

Increasing reports of ASB & theft from motor vehicles in the Kingston Retail Park area.

Reports of anti-social behaviour (ASB) and theft from motor vehicles are increasing within Kingston Retail Park. To address this, the Neighbourhood Policing Team will implement targeted patrols during peak times, work closely with retail park security and partner agencies, and use intelligence and CCTV to identify offenders.

Crime prevention measures will include promoting vehicle security advice, reviewing CCTV and lighting coverage, and encouraging businesses and visitors to report suspicious activity. Engagement with retailers, customers, and the wider community will provide reassurance and improve information sharing.

Regular partnership meetings with Retail Park management, local businesses, and community safety partners will support a coordinated response. Progress will be monitored through monthly reviews of crime data, with the aim of reducing ASB and vehicle crime, increasing public confidence, and improving safety across Kingston Retail Park.

Increase in reports of shoplifting in Monkston Park and Broughton

The Neighbourhood Team have received an increase in reports of shoplifting. We urge residents to ensure that their bikes are kept locked and secure. Please ensure that you record any serial numbers for your property in case of theft. In addition the Neighbourhood Team are working with the MK Safety Partnership to deliver crime prevention roadshows in the area throughout Spring. Officers will continue to complete targeted patrols, please report any suspicious activity.