POLICE DETAILS
Durham Constabulary - Durham (Sherburn Village-Sherburn Hill) Neighbourhood

Durham Constabulary Information

Durham Constabulary polices the area of County Durham and Darlington Borough, which together occupy an area of 2,232 sq. km. The area is predominantly rural, with more than half of its residents living in settlements of less than 10,000 people. There are 12 main towns and over 260 small towns and villages, many of which are former colliery villages. The population of the constabulary area is estimated to be 604,900 (ONS mid year estimate 2007), of which 1.2% are from ethnic minority groups

Durham (Sherburn Village-Sherburn Hill) Neighbourhood

Durham Constabulary has not provided any neighbourhood information at this time.

Police Force Map - Durham Constabulary

Neighbourhood Map - Durham (Sherburn Village-Sherburn Hill)

Senior Officer Details

Ciaron Irvine (Deputy Chief Constable)
Jon McAdam (Assistant Chief Constable)
Rachel Bacon (Chief Constable)
Richie Allen (Assistant Chief Constable)
Ciaron Irvine (Deputy Chief Constable)
Jon McAdam (Assistant Chief Constable)
Rachel Bacon (Chief Constable)
Richie Allen (Assistant Chief Constable)
Ciaron Irvine (Deputy Chief Constable)
Jon McAdam (Assistant Chief Constable)
Rachel Bacon (Chief Constable)
Richie Allen (Assistant Chief Constable)
Ciaron Irvine (Deputy Chief Constable)
Jon McAdam (Assistant Chief Constable)
Rachel Bacon (Chief Constable)
Richie Allen (Assistant Chief Constable)
Ciaron Irvine (Deputy Chief Constable)
Jon McAdam (Assistant Chief Constable)
Rachel Bacon (Chief Constable)
Richie Allen (Assistant Chief Constable)

Neighbourhood Officer Details

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Aimee Brown (Sergeant)

I have been in Durham Constabulary for several years working in various positions such as, alcohol licensing, response Policing, neighbourhood policing, and now in a new role as the Sergeant at Sherburn Neighbourhood Team.
I hope to connect with the community and make the area safer.

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Dave Clarke (Inspector)

I am a Police Inspector with around 29 year's service, all with Durham Constabulary.
I came to the Durham City Neighbourhood role over three years ago, following a period as Force Incident Manager and Tactical Firearms Commander. in the Force Control Room.
I spent many years in Stanley as a Neighbourhood Policing Sergeant, where I listened to community concerns and worked in partnership with other organisations to reduce crime and antisocial behavior.
I am committed to Durham City and I ensure my teams are proactive, using innovation and problem solving to make Durham a better place to live, work and visit.

If you have any issues you would like to discuss please feel free to contact me.

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Liam Blackett (Police Community Support Officer)

I am a Police Community Support Officer covering Belmont and Gilesgate.
I run an initiative called Cop-a-Bike, where we hold events for local young people to fix their bikes and scooters. By engaging with young people and helping them, we are able to break down barriers and have discussions around their safety and the negative affects of anti-social behavior.

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Mark Adamson (Acting Police Sergeant)

I’ve proudly served with Durham Constabulary for over seven years.
For the past three years, I’ve been part of the Sherburn Neighbourhood Policing Team, where I work closely with the community to help reduce crime, tackle local issues, and build strong relationships. Before that, I was on the Durham City Response Team, where I gained valuable experience in fast-paced, frontline policing.
I’m also a qualified drone pilot, which allows me to support operations with aerial surveillance and improve our response in a range of situations.

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Aimee Brown (Sergeant)

I have been in Durham Constabulary for several years working in various positions such as, alcohol licensing, response Policing, neighbourhood policing, and now in a new role as the Sergeant at Sherburn Neighbourhood Team.
I hope to connect with the community and make the area safer.

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Dave Clarke (Inspector)

I am a Police Inspector with around 29 year's service, all with Durham Constabulary.
I came to the Durham City Neighbourhood role over three years ago, following a period as Force Incident Manager and Tactical Firearms Commander. in the Force Control Room.
I spent many years in Stanley as a Neighbourhood Policing Sergeant, where I listened to community concerns and worked in partnership with other organisations to reduce crime and antisocial behavior.
I am committed to Durham City and I ensure my teams are proactive, using innovation and problem solving to make Durham a better place to live, work and visit.

If you have any issues you would like to discuss please feel free to contact me.

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Liam Blackett (Police Community Support Officer)

I am a Police Community Support Officer covering Belmont and Gilesgate.
I run an initiative called Cop-a-Bike, where we hold events for local young people to fix their bikes and scooters. By engaging with young people and helping them, we are able to break down barriers and have discussions around their safety and the negative affects of anti-social behavior.

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Mark Adamson (Acting Police Sergeant)

I’ve proudly served with Durham Constabulary for over seven years.
For the past three years, I’ve been part of the Sherburn Neighbourhood Policing Team, where I work closely with the community to help reduce crime, tackle local issues, and build strong relationships. Before that, I was on the Durham City Response Team, where I gained valuable experience in fast-paced, frontline policing.
I’m also a qualified drone pilot, which allows me to support operations with aerial surveillance and improve our response in a range of situations.

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Aimee Brown (Sergeant)

I have been in Durham Constabulary for several years working in various positions such as, alcohol licensing, response Policing, neighbourhood policing, and now in a new role as the Sergeant at Sherburn Neighbourhood Team.
I am committed to reducing crime and improving public confidence.
I hope to connect with the community and make the area safer for everyone.
My team and I work out of Sherburn Police Station, if you would like to speak to us feel free to pop in or contact us by email.

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Daniel Arnell (PCSO)

I started working for Durham Constabulary towards the end of 2025. I currently cover Sherburn Village, Sherburn Hill, High Pittington, Littetown, Shadforth and Ludworth.
I recently set up SHOPWATCH for the Dragonville shops and will be popping into stores in the area.
I look forward to working alongside the public to reduce crime and Anti Social Behaviour.

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Mark Adamson (Police Constable)

I’ve proudly served with Durham Constabulary for over seven years.
For the past three years, I’ve been part of the Sherburn Neighbourhood Policing Team, where I work closely with the community to help reduce crime, tackle local issues, and build strong relationships. Before that, I was on the Durham City Response Team, where I gained valuable experience in fast-paced, frontline policing.
I’m also a qualified drone pilot, which allows me to support operations with aerial surveillance and improve our response in a range of situations.

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Peter Newman (Inspector)

I am the Neighbourhood Policing Team (NPT) Inspector for Durham City and the surrounding villages, including Framwellgate Moor and Meadowfield Section Office and Sherburn Road Section Office.

I joined Durham Constabulary in 2003 and have worked in various operational roles throughout the organisation, including response, crime team, custody and neighbourhoods.

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Aimee Brown (Sergeant)

I have been in Durham Constabulary for several years working in various positions such as, alcohol licensing, response Policing, neighbourhood policing, and now in a new role as the Sergeant at Sherburn Neighbourhood Team.
I am committed to reducing crime and improving public confidence.
I hope to connect with the community and make the area safer for everyone.
My team and I work out of Sherburn Police Station, if you would like to speak to us feel free to pop in or contact us by email.

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Daniel Arnell (PCSO)

I started working for Durham Constabulary towards the end of 2025. I currently cover Sherburn Village, Sherburn Hill, High Pittington, Littetown, Shadforth and Ludworth.
I recently set up SHOPWATCH for the Dragonville shops and will be popping into stores in the area.
I look forward to working alongside the public to reduce crime and Anti Social Behaviour.

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Mark Adamson (Police Constable)

I’ve proudly served with Durham Constabulary for over seven years.
For the past three years, I’ve been part of the Sherburn Neighbourhood Policing Team, where I work closely with the community to help reduce crime, tackle local issues, and build strong relationships. Before that, I was on the Durham City Response Team, where I gained valuable experience in fast-paced, frontline policing.
I’m also a qualified drone pilot, which allows me to support operations with aerial surveillance and improve our response in a range of situations.

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Peter Newman (Inspector)

I am the Neighbourhood Policing Team (NPT) Inspector for Durham City and the surrounding villages, including Framwellgate Moor and Meadowfield Section Office and Sherburn Road Section Office.

I joined Durham Constabulary in 2003 and have worked in various operational roles throughout the organisation, including response, crime team, custody and neighbourhoods.

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Aimee Brown (Sergeant)

I have been in Durham Constabulary for several years working in various positions such as, alcohol licensing, response Policing, neighbourhood policing, and now in a new role as the Sergeant at Sherburn Neighbourhood Team.
I am committed to reducing crime and improving public confidence.
I hope to connect with the community and make the area safer for everyone.
My team and I work out of Sherburn Police Station, if you would like to speak to us feel free to pop in or contact us by email.

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Daniel Arnell (PCSO)

I started working for Durham Constabulary towards the end of 2025. I currently cover Sherburn Village, Sherburn Hill, High Pittington, Littetown, Shadforth and Ludworth.
I recently set up SHOPWATCH for the Dragonville shops and will be popping into stores in the area.
I look forward to working alongside the public to reduce crime and Anti Social Behaviour.

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Mark Adamson (Police Constable)

I’ve proudly served with Durham Constabulary for over seven years.
For the past three years, I’ve been part of the Sherburn Neighbourhood Policing Team, where I work closely with the community to help reduce crime, tackle local issues, and build strong relationships. Before that, I was on the Durham City Response Team, where I gained valuable experience in fast-paced, frontline policing.
I’m also a qualified drone pilot, which allows me to support operations with aerial surveillance and improve our response in a range of situations.

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Peter Newman (Inspector)

I am the Neighbourhood Policing Team (NPT) Inspector for Durham City and the surrounding villages, including Framwellgate Moor and Meadowfield Section Office and Sherburn Road Section Office.

I joined Durham Constabulary in 2003 and have worked in various operational roles throughout the organisation, including response, crime team, custody and neighbourhoods.

Locations

Sherburn Road Police Station

Address:

Sherburn Road Police Station 46 Sherburn Road Durham, DH12JR

Priorities

18 Nov 2025

Speeding vehicles passing through the Villages

Response (18 Nov 2025)

Working alongside partner and utilise speedwatch
Ensure traffic cars / Bikes and speed van are utilised in the area

18 Nov 2025

Speeding vehicles passing through the Villages

Response (18 Nov 2025)

Working alongside partner and utilise speedwatch
Ensure traffic cars / Bikes and speed van are utilised in the area

19 Feb 2026

Shoplifting at local stores

Response (19 Feb 2026)

Work alongside stores to prosecute offenders
Work alongside local stores and introduce shopwatch into the area.

28 Apr 2026

antisocial behavior and dog walkers allowing their dogs to be off lead and foul in the woods at littletown

Response (28 Apr 2026)

neighbourhood warden will carry out dog fouling patrols in the area and work with police to look out for anti social behaviour

15 May 2026

dog fouling on the football pitch and youths congregating outside of the sports centre drinking alcohol

Response (29 May 2026)

joint patrols have been carried out with the neighbourhood wardens regarding the dog fouling incident and several people have been issued with a fpn

15 May 2026

dog fouling on the football pitch and youths congregating outside of the sports centre drinking alcohol

Response (29 May 2026)

joint patrols have been carried out with the neighbourhood wardens regarding the dog fouling incident and several people have been issued with a fpn

17 Jul 2026

concerns regarding youths smoking drugs in the alleyway at liddle avenue

Response (17 Jul 2026)

patrols will be carried out in this area around school finishing time

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