We have had numerous reports relating to crime and ASB in the Sharrow area; particularly on the Lansdowne estate. Namely the use and supply of drugs linked to violent crime.

Over the past 12 months, the Sharrow team have worked incredibly hard to target offenders and safeguard our vulnerable residents. We have been successful in obtaining warrants at several addresses and there are a number of ongoing investigations relating to drug supply. We are also gathering evidence for a number of Closure Orders.
The team are regularly on the estate and take proactive action to target the purchase and supply of drugs. Most recently, in July 2024 a proactive stop by the team resulted in the discovery and seizure of a viable firearm and lock knife. There have been a number of key arrests and we have seen violent crime decrease significantly in the area.
This work is ongoing. Please come and say hello when you see us on the Lansdowne estate!

Neighbourhood Crime, namely burglary, will always be a priority for the South West team.
During the winter, we do experience an increase in neighbourhood crime, which includes burglaries, theft of vehicles and robberies. Criminals are looking to use the longer dark nights to slip away without being noticed, and are looking for easy opportunities.

Please be assured, we have dedicated operations to tackle this, including our dark nights operations and dedicated burglary operations in hotspot areas. Officers in Sheffield are also conducting extra, highly visible, patrols in areas which have seen a recent rise in burglaries.

We arrested more than 30 suspects on suspicion of burglary in Sheffield during the month of October and our detective colleagues are using forensics (including digital) to target offenders. Our PCSOs cocoon following every burglary, offering crime prevention advice to the victim and neighbouring properties. They also patrol on foot in hotspot areas.
We are trying to promote the use of crime prevention items, and we publicise this on our social media pages and in our monthly newsletter.
We regularly undertake plain clothed operations, focusing on known offenders addresses and any hotspot areas. Our colleagues in firearms and traffic have supported us with targeted tasking.
This work continues but we hope to see some positive prosecutions in the coming months as a result of ongoing investigations.

You can also take some extra security steps to ensure you're less of a target to these criminals. We recommend getting into an 'exit routine' when you leave your home, following our simple and easy tips:

•Ensure all doors are locked, even if you are inside your home. Burglars will be looking for open doors as an easy opportunity to slip in
•Ensure any side gates or outer buildings, like sheds and garages, are locked and secure where possible
•Consider installing a home CCTV and monitor light system
•Install a burglar alarm, and set it when you leave your home
•Fit a steering wheel lock on your vehicles, even if they are parked on your driveway
•Ensure any spare car keys are stored in a safe place, away from your front door
•If you are planning on leaving your home to take a festive holiday, ask a neighbour or friend to check on your property and keep an eye out for any suspicious behaviour

If you do see our officers about in your area, please don't be alarmed. They are there to keep you safe and listen to any concerns you may have.