Operated by: Hampshire Constabulary
https://www.hampshire.police.uk/area/your-area/hampshire/hart/hart-rural-north/about-us/top-reported-crimes-in-this-areaHart Rural North is the policing area created following the merger of Hartley Wintney Ward, Eversley Ward and Hook Ward. Among others, it encompasses the villages of Hook, Hartley Wintney, Mattingley, Heckfield, Bramshill, Hazeley and Eversley.
The area predominantly consists of farmland, woodland and heathland and has numerous footpaths and bridleways popular with walkers, cyclists and horse riders alike. Apart from Hartley Wintney and Hook High Street, the area has few retail businesses but a number of well established small family firms.
Significant landmarks are parts of the Stratfield Saye Estate, home to the 1st Duke of Wellington, which he acquired in 1817 following the Battle of Waterloo and Hazeley Heath which is one of the best preserved heathlands in Hampshire and has been notified a Site of Special Scientific Interest due to its support for an array of plants and animals.
Current Priorities
Issue
Theft From Motor Vehicles
Action
- Proactive patrols at times of vehicle crimes in vulnerable areas of our district public car parks, and residential areas during hours of darkness;
- Beat surgeries and prevention events in vulnerable areas of our area;
- Assisting our partner agencies with designing out crime in vulnerable areas;
- Provide crime prevention advice to businesses and van owners to prevent further offences;
- Provide marking equipment to deter offenders from thefts;
- Promote www.Immobilise.com to register your items on the National Mobile Property Register.
Issue
Drug and Knife Related Harm
Action
Targeted interaction with those known to be both involved in and on the periphery of gangs and serious violence in order to develop intelligence around the make up of the gangs and enable targeting of resources.
Issue
Victim Satisfaction
Action
Two way engagement with the public, keeping victims informed, providing reassurance patrols, having Designated Neighbourhood Officers (DNO's).
Issue
Off Road Vehicles using private or protected land
Action
Proactive patrols on the weekends and bank holidays. Gathering details of vehicles involved.
Plan enforcement days to target those involved.