Anti Social Behaviour

We intend to act proportionately but robustly to support communities affected by anti social behaviour. We achieve this working in partnership with our safer communities partnership, social housing providers and local authority.

Issued 12 February 2026

We can report a 9% reduction in ASB across West Devon over the last 12 months.

Actioned 12 May 2026

Drugs

We aim to deal swiftly and robustly to drug related activity reported within our neighbourhoods. To achieve this we require the support of our residents by reporting any concerns or suspicious activity to us.
Reports can be made at Report | Devon & Cornwall Police (devon-cornwall.police.uk)

Issued 12 February 2026

We continue to drive warrants to keep our communities safe.

Actioned 12 May 2026

Road Safety

We work within the communities to improve road safety by pursuing offenders and by taking preventative measures with our local partners to reduce casualties on West Devon's road networks.
The neighbourhood team work closely with community speed watch volunteers who conduct activity on a regular basis.

Issued 12 February 2026

We target drink/drug-drivers and continue to work with partners to reduce the risk on our roads.

Actioned 12 May 2026

Rural Crime and engagement

With West Devon having such a large Rural geographic area. This priority will enable us to show our activity in this area alongside our Rural Affairs Colleagues.

Issued 12 February 2026

We regularly attend community events and lean on rural affairs to raise awareness to keep dogs under control.

Actioned 12 May 2026