POLICE DETAILS
Bedfordshire Police - Leighton Buzzard and Rural Neighbourhood

Stanbridge
Community Policing Update: Speeding Concerns in the Village

The local community policing team is fully aware of the persistent concerns regarding excessive vehicle speeds through the village, particularly in proximity to local schools. We recognise the potential risks posed to both residents and vulnerable road users, and we take these concerns seriously.

In response, we are actively collaborating with our partner agencies to implement both immediate and long-term solutions. In the short term, we are able to deploy mobile speed enforcement cameras to deter and detect speeding offences. Additionally, we are engaging with the local authority to explore sustainable traffic-calming measures. These may include the installation of speed humps, permanent speed cameras, and other infrastructure designed to reduce vehicle speeds and enhance road safety.
We remain committed to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of all members of the community and will continue to provide updates as progress is made. We encourage residents to report specific incidents or concerns to assist us in targeting enforcement and informing future planning.

Totternhoe - Speeding

Tackling Speeding in the Village
We are aware of ongoing concerns about vehicles speeding through the village, and we want to reassure residents that this issue is being taken seriously.
Speeding not only endangers lives but also affects the quality of life for everyone in the community. In response, we are working with partner agencies and local authorities to implement a range of measures aimed at reducing speeding and improving road safety.

What’s Being Done:

Targeted Police Patrols: Officers are conducting regular speed checks in known hotspots.
Community Speed Watch: Volunteers can help monitor and report speeding vehicles. If this is something that you could assist with then please contact the council or your local police community police officer.
Traffic Calming Measures: We are exploring permanent solutions such as speed humps and signage improvements with Central Bedfordshire Council.
Public Engagement: We’re speaking with residents to identify problem areas and raise awareness about the dangers of speeding.

How You Can Help:

Drive responsibly and encourage others to do the same.
Report persistent speeding concerns to us via 101 or online.
Consider joining or supporting the Community Speed Watch initiative

Community Priority for LEIGHTON BUZZARD, HIGH STREET

OCTOBER 2025- JANUARY 2026

DRUG ISSUES has been identified as the community priority for this quarter, this has been identified from the Bedfordshire Talking Survey, and crime data.

DRUGS AND LINKED OFFENCES TO DRUGS will be the focus of the next 3 months.

If you have any concerns regarding your local area, please contact your local officers via:
[email protected] referencing Problem Solving Package 3278/25

We will be working with partner agencies to tackle the problem of drug related offences. Offer support to those that need it. We will engage with members of the community to reassure and update with our progress.

Community Priority for LEIGHTON BUZZARD, HIGH STREET

ASB

High Street, Leighton Buzzard – Anti?Social Behaviour Update
We are aware of ongoing anti?social behaviour (ASB) issues in and around the High Street area of Leighton Buzzard. This includes incidents involving individuals who may be struggling with alcohol dependency, substance misuse, or homelessness, which can sometimes lead to reports of ASB.
Our priority is twofold:

Supporting vulnerable individuals by working with partner agencies to ensure they receive the right help and safeguarding.
Reducing ASB to keep the town centre a safe and welcoming place for residents, businesses, and visitors.

If you have been affected by ASB in the High Street area, or if you have information that may assist us, please get in touch with your local Community Policing Team. Your reports help us take appropriate action and ensure those in need are directed towards the correct support services.

If you have any concerns regarding your local area, please contact your local officers via:
[email protected] referencing Problem Solving Package 3278/25

We will be working with partner agencies to tackle ASB related issues in the town. Offer support to those that need it. We will engage with members of the community to reassure and update with our progress.

Chalton - HGV

The team will focus on tackling issues involving HGVs travelling on roads where they are not permitted. We will conduct targeted patrols, engage with drivers who contravene road traffic signage, and take enforcement action where appropriate.

We will carry out operations to tackle the issue and take enforcement action.

Community Priority for LEIGHTON BUZZARD, HIGH STREET

ASB

High Street, Leighton Buzzard – Anti‑Social Behaviour Update
We are aware of ongoing anti‑social behaviour (ASB) issues in and around the High Street area of Leighton Buzzard. This includes incidents involving individuals who may be struggling with alcohol dependency, substance misuse, or homelessness, which can sometimes lead to reports of ASB.
Our priority is twofold:

Supporting vulnerable individuals by working with partner agencies to ensure they receive the right help and safeguarding.
Reducing ASB to keep the town centre a safe and welcoming place for residents, businesses, and visitors.

If you have been affected by ASB in the High Street area, or if you have information that may assist us, please get in touch with your local Community Policing Team. Your reports help us take appropriate action and ensure those in need are directed towards the correct support services.

If you have any concerns regarding your local area, please contact your local officers via:
[email protected] referencing Problem Solving Package 3278/25

We want to reassure residents in Leighton Buzzard that we are actively addressing reports of antisocial behaviour in the area. We understand how disruptive and distressing this can be for those affected, and we are committed to taking the right action.
Our officers are carrying out regular targeted patrols, speaking directly with those impacted, and gathering intelligence to identify those responsible. We are working closely with our partner agencies—including the local authority, housing providers, youth services and community safety teams—to ensure a coordinated and effective response.
Where necessary, we are using enforcement powers, while also putting early‑intervention measures in place to prevent issues from escalating. Your reports are vital in helping us understand what’s happening on the ground, so please continue to let us know about any concerns.
Together with our partners, we remain focused on reducing antisocial behaviour and keeping Leighton Buzzard a safe and welcoming place for everyone."

Chalton - HGV

The team will focus on tackling issues involving HGVs travelling on roads where they are not permitted. We will conduct targeted patrols, engage with drivers who contravene road traffic signage, and take enforcement action where appropriate.

We will carry out operations to tackle the issue and take enforcement action.

Barton Le Clay - Drug related Anti-social behaviour in and around the Recreation Ground

Toddington - Targeting of Drink Driving in Toddington

Sundon - Targeting of Anti-social behaviour and associated off road bike / vehicle use at Sundon Pits

Barton Le Clay - Drug related Anti-social behaviour in and around the Recreation Ground

Toddington - Targeting of Drink Driving in Toddington

Sundon - Targeting of Anti-social behaviour and associated off road bike / vehicle use at Sundon Pits