Operated by: Derbyshire Constabulary
http://www.derbyshire.police.uk/My-Local-Police/North-Division/Amber-Valley-LPU/Shipley-Smalley-and-Horsley/Shipley-Smalley-and-Horsley.aspxThis Safer Neighbourhood area covers Shipley, Smalley, Mapperley, Horsley, Horsley Woodhouse and Coxbench. It belongs to the Amber Valley Local Policing Unit.
The area also encompasses Shipley Country Park. It is located in the Amber Valley Borough Council area but borders on the Erewash Borough Council area. It is predominantly a rural location situated between the towns of Ilkeston and Heanor.
Current Priorities
Issue
1. Tackling vehicle related Anti-Social Behaviour at Shipley Park
2. Tackling Anti-Social Behaviour on Lockton Park
3. Tackling Anti-Social Behaviour in and around Heanor Town Centre
Action
1. High visibility patrols in the area, build intelligence to identify those involved. Work alongside our off-road bike team and utilise our drone capabilities. Positive action to be taken against riders by issuing section 59 warnings or seizing the motorbikes under section 165 road traffic act. Work alongside our partners at Amber Valley Community Safety Partnership, utilising our Public Space Protection Order powers.
2. High visibility patrols at peak times to engage with the young people involved in anti-social behaviour. Work alongside our Youth Engagement Team to deliver inputs at local schools to educate the young people of the effects anti-social behaviour has on victims and the community. Signpost the young people to positive diversionary activities within the local area. Issue anti-social behaviour letters to young people found engaging in anti-social behaviour, and consideration to be given for other suitable disposals, such as Immediate Justice, Acceptable Behavioural Contracts. Work alongside our partners at Amber Valley Community Safety Partnership, utilising our Public Space Protection Order powers.
3. High visibility patrols at peak times to engage with the young people involved in anti-social behaviour. Work alongside our Youth Engagement Team to deliver inputs at local schools to educate the young people of the effects anti-social behaviour has on victims and the community. Signpost the young people to positive diversionary activities within the local area. Issue anti-social behaviour letters to young people found engaging in anti-social behaviour, and consideration to be given for other suitable disposals, such as Immediate Justice, Acceptable Behavioural Contracts. Work alongside our partners at Amber Valley Community Safety Partnership, utilising our Public Space Protection Order powers.
Upcoming Events
Horsley Woodhouse Music night & carnival
Horsley Woodhouse Music night & carnival
Where: Merlin Lane, Horsley Woodhouse, England
When: 18 July 2025 at 17:00 - 19 July 2025 at 17:00
Shipley Country Park Summer food & drink festival
Shipley Country Park Summer food & drink festival
Where: Shipley Country Park, Derbyshire, England
When: 30 August 2025 at 10:30 - 31 August 2025 at 16:30