Operated by: Derbyshire Constabulary
http://www.derbyshire.police.uk/My-Local-Police/North-Division/High-Peak-LPU/BuxtonTown/Buxton-Town.aspxThis Safer Neighbourhood area covers Buxton town. It belongs to the High Peak Local Policing Unit.
Buxton is a historic spa town located within the High Peak Borough Council area, approximately 20 miles north of Matlock and 12 miles south of Glossop. It has many buildings of architectural interest, the University of Derby Campus at the former Devonshire Hospital and the Opera House being examples. Tourism is an important feature in the revenue of the area.
Current Priorities
Issue
Retail Theft Anti-Social Behaviour. Drug Dealing
Action
Retail Theft. The local Safer Neighbourhood Team have been continuing to increase patrols in the town centre and liaise regularly with local shops to offer a deterrent and respond quicker if issues arise. It will continue to be a top priority to ensure retailers and retail staff feel safe and supported Anti-Social Behaviour. We are making it our priority to continue to monitor begging, noise complaints and anti-social behaviour in our area and we are happy to hear any complaints regarding these issues. Also, as the darker nights and mornings approach us, we will be increasing patrols to offer extra reassurance during these times to ensure you feel safe and supported. Drug Dealing and use in your area. We are also continuing to take a stance against drugs and will continue patrols to tackle the use and dealing of drugs in your area . We are open to receive any information you have regarding this, and we will take action to make Buxton a better and safer community for all