Hope Valley

Theft from outbuildings and sheds
Parking
Speeding and nuisance motorbikes

Shed & outbuilding breaks -
We have recently seen a rise in the number of thefts from sheds in the area, but due to the rural setting it is important that steps are taken to secure your property. Things like CCTV, shed alarms and security lighting are effective measures to deter criminals. Please report any suspicious activity on 999 or 101.
Actions · Officers will be conducting regular patrols of the Valley during and performing proactive vehicle and person stops. · Officers will be holding Property Marking Events so residents are able to secure their possessions.
Parking -
As we enter spring and summer there will be an increase in visitors to the area which will have an affect on the parking. Most parking violations tend to be the responsibility of the councils Parking Enforcement Team. They can be contacted directly on 01629 533190.
Actions · Officers will work closely with partner agencies to ensure that The Hope Valley remains a safe and accessible place to live and visit. · Officers will conduct patrols in the affected areas to advise motorists and enforce the road traffic act 1988.
Speeding & Nuisance motorbikes -
We continue to receive numerous complaints about speeding and anti-social driving and attend regular road traffic collisions in the area.
Actions · Officers will work with the CREST camera van team to enforce the speed limits in The Valley. · Officers will also work with Roads Policing Unit and Rural Crime unit and carry out safe drive operations in the area