Goodworth Clatford Neighbourhood Watch Co-ordinators
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Village Co-ordinator ~ David Matthews
Hampshire Control Centre 0845 045 4545 Crimestoppers 0800 555 111 |
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David Matthews
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6 St Anne's Close
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St Anne's Close
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20
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T: 323 478
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Jackie Grey
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Rookwood,
Church Lane |
Church Lane / A3057
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52
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T: 356 253
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Paul & Janet Emmott
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St Peter's Close
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St Peter's Close
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Vacant
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Village Street North
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63
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T: 0
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Bill Diegutis
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Green Meadow Cottage
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Green Meadow Lane
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7
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T: 365 836
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David Roberts
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Pelham House
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Cow Down Lane
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6
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T: 335 899
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Jackie Barnett
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4 Barrow Hill
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Barrow Hill
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50
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T: 364 095
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Mark Stockwell
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15 The Crescent
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The Crescent
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29
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T: 07866 805 758
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Peter Bray
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Marden
Village Street |
Village Street South
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42
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T: 352 004
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David Moore
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7 Cottage Green
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Cottage Green
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15
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T: 364 148
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Geoff Scard
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6 Burdock Close
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Burdock Close
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16
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T: 353 055
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If you are new to the village and have not been given details of the Neighbourhood Watch Scheme by the previous owners, please contact your nearest co-ordinator for an information pack.
Please report any suspicious activity in the village yourself using the most appropriate of the numbers which follow. Do not leave it for your co-ordinator. |
Police non-emergency number is 101, the Hampshire control centre number is 0845 045 45 45
Anonymous Crimestoppers number is 0800 555 111
REMEMBER – in an emergency always dial 999
Anonymous Crimestoppers number is 0800 555 111
REMEMBER – in an emergency always dial 999
Neighbourhood Watch for the Clatfords
Neighbourhood Watch within the County is growing year by year. We currently have 3,697 schemes run by 4,260 volunteer co-ordinators and 175 volunteer Area Co-ordinators.
These co-ordinators cover between them 142,886 homes throughout Hampshire and the Isle of Wight with Neighbourhood Watch which roughly equates to one in 5 homes.
Whilst there is still room for Neighbourhood Watch to grow, the message is getting out that communities can help deter crime and take ownership of their communities themselves and because of this, Neighbourhood Watch membership has increased by 98% across the County in the last 2 years. More and more homeowners are joining Neighbourhood Watch, working with their local Safer Neighbourhood Police to ensure their immediate and wider neighbourhoods are kept safe, encouraging neighbourliness, preventing opportunistic crime and working together to keep anti social behaviour down.
The volunteer co-ordinators' hard work and support for Neighbourhood Watch is the backbone of a successful 'Watch' and they do a sterling job promoting the benefits of this community run initiative.
These co-ordinators cover between them 142,886 homes throughout Hampshire and the Isle of Wight with Neighbourhood Watch which roughly equates to one in 5 homes.
Whilst there is still room for Neighbourhood Watch to grow, the message is getting out that communities can help deter crime and take ownership of their communities themselves and because of this, Neighbourhood Watch membership has increased by 98% across the County in the last 2 years. More and more homeowners are joining Neighbourhood Watch, working with their local Safer Neighbourhood Police to ensure their immediate and wider neighbourhoods are kept safe, encouraging neighbourliness, preventing opportunistic crime and working together to keep anti social behaviour down.
The volunteer co-ordinators' hard work and support for Neighbourhood Watch is the backbone of a successful 'Watch' and they do a sterling job promoting the benefits of this community run initiative.
BE A GOOD NEIGHBOUR
The principle of the Neighbourhood Watch Scheme relies on the concept of being a good neighbour. Being a part of the scheme means you are prepared to look out for your neighbours and allow them the opportunity to reciprocate while you are away.
There are co-ordinators for several sections of the village, see separate notice, whose main aim is to encourage people to be more security conscious and take care of their property. The co-ordinators do not patrol the village or look after everyone's properties while they are away.
It is a good idea though to let your co-ordinator know if you are away so that they can take action if anything seems amiss.
The important thing is to tell your immediate neighbours if you are going away, even for one night, so they will know there could be a problem if they see a strange car in the driveway or hear people around.
You could offer to do the lawn if you know they will be away for more than a couple of weeks ... and hope the favour is reciprocated.
Similarly, you can watch out for mail or newspapers sticking out of letterboxes, take in any left parcels, and put the bins out and back in again.
Most burglaries are opportunist so our best defence is not giving thieves the opportunities.
There are co-ordinators for several sections of the village, see separate notice, whose main aim is to encourage people to be more security conscious and take care of their property. The co-ordinators do not patrol the village or look after everyone's properties while they are away.
It is a good idea though to let your co-ordinator know if you are away so that they can take action if anything seems amiss.
The important thing is to tell your immediate neighbours if you are going away, even for one night, so they will know there could be a problem if they see a strange car in the driveway or hear people around.
You could offer to do the lawn if you know they will be away for more than a couple of weeks ... and hope the favour is reciprocated.
Similarly, you can watch out for mail or newspapers sticking out of letterboxes, take in any left parcels, and put the bins out and back in again.
Most burglaries are opportunist so our best defence is not giving thieves the opportunities.
BE A GOOD WITNESS
Without putting yourself at risk, try to remember or make a note of as many facts as you can:
What does the person look like? Male/female, height, weight, age, skin colour, hair and other distinguishing features like beards and glasses. What sort of clothing and colours? A hat or gloves when it's warm?
What are they doing? This is easy if a crime is actually being committed but sometimes it can just be an unfamiliar person in an odd place at an odd time. Are they carrying anything?
Where are they going? Don't try to follow but, if you can do so safely, watch them out of sight do they drive off in a car?
If a vehicle is involved do try to identify what make of car or van you saw and what model if you can. The colour and registration number will also be helpful.
What does the person look like? Male/female, height, weight, age, skin colour, hair and other distinguishing features like beards and glasses. What sort of clothing and colours? A hat or gloves when it's warm?
What are they doing? This is easy if a crime is actually being committed but sometimes it can just be an unfamiliar person in an odd place at an odd time. Are they carrying anything?
Where are they going? Don't try to follow but, if you can do so safely, watch them out of sight do they drive off in a car?
If a vehicle is involved do try to identify what make of car or van you saw and what model if you can. The colour and registration number will also be helpful.
SECURITY CHECKLIST
Here is a quick reminder of some of the things you can do to improve the security around your home.
- Fit morticce locks to all front and back doors, and locks to all downstairs windows, or windows that are in easy reach
- Keep your house and car keys safe and away from doors and windows
- Ensure your burglar alarm is installed properly and works
- When you are away from home use timer switches to turn on some lights when it goes dark
- Cancel any milk or newspaper deliveries when you are away and let your immediate neighbours know when you will be back
- Keep your garage and garden shed locked with proper security locks, and keep any tools secure and out of sight
- Trim back any plants or hedges that a burglar could hide behind
- Make sure your household insurance is up-to-date
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MAKE IT DIFFICULT FOR BURGLARS
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SECURE YOUR CAR
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Most burglaries are carried out by opportunist thieves. In two out of ten burglaries they don't even have to use force they get in through an open door or window.
Look at your home through a burglar's eyes:
Reduce the risk of your home being burgled by making sure you've taken a few simple and inexpensive precautions. A third of burglars get in through a back window. Window locks which can be seen easily put some thieves off as they know they will make a noise which might attract attention. Remember to remove keys from locked windows and keep them out of sight. Never leave keys in doors or under the mat thieves know all the usual hiding places. Never leave keys, handbags or wallets in the hall or where they can be seen from a window. |
Despite numerous warnings and police campaigns people still leave valuables in the car while they go for a walk. Our local beauty spots have become prime targets for thieves.
Don't leave anything on display in your car. Even and old coat on the back seat is a temptation for someone to 'smash and grab' they steal first and think about the value later. Take all your belongings with you when you leave the car. If you can't, lock them in the boot, preferably before you start your journey and not while you are at the beauty spot as you may be being watched. Never leave any of the following items on display in your car as they are all particularly attractive to car thieves:
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MARK IT OR LOSE IT
Mark your belongings with your post code. This may put off burglars as it will make your possessions harder to sell it will also help the police to reunite you with them if they are found.
Mark items with permanent ink, showing your post code and the number of your house or flat, or the first two letters of your house name. Only use an ultraviolet pen when other methods would reduce the value of the object, because the mark can fade.
Take pictures of all valuable items like jewellery and silverware.
Write down the serial numbers of your TV, video, stereo, home computer, camera and other expensive electrical equipment. This will help the police to identify your property if it is stolen.
If you have many valuable items consider installing a safe to keep them in.
A marking kit, purchased by the Parish Council, is available for loan from the Clatfords Village Store for a small fee.
Mark items with permanent ink, showing your post code and the number of your house or flat, or the first two letters of your house name. Only use an ultraviolet pen when other methods would reduce the value of the object, because the mark can fade.
Take pictures of all valuable items like jewellery and silverware.
Write down the serial numbers of your TV, video, stereo, home computer, camera and other expensive electrical equipment. This will help the police to identify your property if it is stolen.
If you have many valuable items consider installing a safe to keep them in.
A marking kit, purchased by the Parish Council, is available for loan from the Clatfords Village Store for a small fee.
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Hampshire Constabulary Crime Prevention Advisors would like to draw attention to their Safety Advice and information page on the internet. It can be found here: 
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My Neighbourhood
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CLICK HERE FOR LINKS TO:
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EXTRA INFORMATION:
Spotting a Cannabis Factory
Following a drugs caution in the South Warnborough area, Hampshire Police are reminding members of the public, particularly Neighbourhood Watch members, that drug offences can occur in any house, in any street and the importance of reporting any suspicious activity to Police on 101. This recent incident was aided by members of the public being the eyes and ears of the neighbourhood and voicing their concerns to officers; demonstrating how important it is to report to Police anything suspicious in your area.
Cannabis Factories
The constabulary works hard to rid our communities of drugs, and rental properties are increasingly being used as a convenient way for criminal gangs to hide their activity from public gaze. The cost of cleaning up these properties huge and the impact on landlords is devastating. Help us identify these properties in your area:
Landlords responsibilities
Landlords and property managers have a duty to report any suspicious drug activity to police, or face the prospect of prosecution themselves.
Hampshire Constabulary is sending out clear advice and guidance to property managers and landlords who rent out private accommodation across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight.
Under the Misuse of Drugs Act 1971, a landlord/property manager can receive a maximum of 14 years in prison and/or a fine, if they turn a blind eye and allow the production of controlled drugs to take place in rented accommodation. Under this legislation, there is also the potential for premises to be seized or forfeited.
The constabulary works hard to rid our communities of drugs, and rental properties are increasingly being used as a convenient way for criminal gangs to hide their activity from public gaze.
The cost of cleaning up these properties is huge, and could lead to large-scale loss of earnings over a prolonged period. A house may even need to be demolished if it is deemed unfit for human habitation following the manufacture of highly toxic drugs such as the Class A narcotic, Methamphetamine (Crystal Meth).
Following a drugs caution in the South Warnborough area, Hampshire Police are reminding members of the public, particularly Neighbourhood Watch members, that drug offences can occur in any house, in any street and the importance of reporting any suspicious activity to Police on 101. This recent incident was aided by members of the public being the eyes and ears of the neighbourhood and voicing their concerns to officers; demonstrating how important it is to report to Police anything suspicious in your area.
Cannabis Factories
The constabulary works hard to rid our communities of drugs, and rental properties are increasingly being used as a convenient way for criminal gangs to hide their activity from public gaze. The cost of cleaning up these properties huge and the impact on landlords is devastating. Help us identify these properties in your area:
Landlords responsibilities
Landlords and property managers have a duty to report any suspicious drug activity to police, or face the prospect of prosecution themselves.
Hampshire Constabulary is sending out clear advice and guidance to property managers and landlords who rent out private accommodation across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight.
Under the Misuse of Drugs Act 1971, a landlord/property manager can receive a maximum of 14 years in prison and/or a fine, if they turn a blind eye and allow the production of controlled drugs to take place in rented accommodation. Under this legislation, there is also the potential for premises to be seized or forfeited.
The constabulary works hard to rid our communities of drugs, and rental properties are increasingly being used as a convenient way for criminal gangs to hide their activity from public gaze.
The cost of cleaning up these properties is huge, and could lead to large-scale loss of earnings over a prolonged period. A house may even need to be demolished if it is deemed unfit for human habitation following the manufacture of highly toxic drugs such as the Class A narcotic, Methamphetamine (Crystal Meth).
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Force Neighbourhood Watch Officer
Partnerships & Neighbourhoods
Public Services Directorate
Hampshire Constabulary
Telephone : 101 Minicom TextRelay 18001 101
CRIMESTOPPERS: 0800 555111
Partnerships & Neighbourhoods
Public Services Directorate
Hampshire Constabulary
Telephone : 101 Minicom TextRelay 18001 101
CRIMESTOPPERS: 0800 555111
