POLICE DETAILS
Durham Constabulary - Peterlee (Shotton) 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
Peterlee (Shotton) Neighbourhood
The neighbourhood police team works closely with the local community to keep the area safe and peaceful. We focus on preventing crime, tackling local issues, and building strong relationships with residents. Our duties often include patrolling the area, supporting vulnerable individuals, working with schools and local groups, and responding to concerns raised by the community. We do this by being visible and approachable.
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Police Force Map - Durham Constabulary
Neighbourhood Map - Peterlee (Shotton)
Contact Details
Senior Officer Details
Neighbourhood Officer Details
I am the Neighbourhood Sergeant for Peterlee and the surrounding villages. I absolutely love community policing and making our neighbourhood a safer place. My team and I are dedicated to making the local area a safer and happier place to live. I hope to see you all around on my patrols.
Hi I'm Dave and I cover Wheatley Hill, Thornley and Shotton. I have recently returned to neighborhoods as a PC having previously worked as a PCSO.
I am the PCSO covering Shotton Colliery and have over three years experience in community policing. My job role focuses on building relationships. addressing community concerns through various avenues and working with partner agencies. I'm committed to being as visible as I can be and will continue to build public confidence through proactive engagement.
Hi, I am the Neighbourhood Policing Team Inspector for Peterlee and the surrounding villages. I have performed this role since 2022. I joined Durham Constabulary in 2006 as a PCSO and became a PC within the organisation in 2008. Over the last 17 years I have performed various operational roles; Response PC, Sgt and Insp, Hate Crime Insp and Alcohol Harm Reduction Insp and now NPT Insp. I enjoy this role as it enables me to build community relationships, address local issues, prevent crime and pursue criminals.
Hi, my name is Terry Hill, I am the Neighbourhood Sergeant for Peterlee and surrounding villages. I have been a Police Officer for over 22 years and have been in Neighbourhoods for over ten years. I enjoy the everyday interaction with the community that comes with a Neighbourhood Sergeants role and am proud of the dedication my team have in having a positive impact in their communities
I am the Neighbourhood Sergeant for Peterlee and the surrounding villages. I absolutely love community policing and making our neighbourhood a safer place. My team and I are dedicated to making the local area a safer and happier place to live. I hope to see you all around on my patrols.
Hi I'm Dave and I cover Wheatley Hill, Thornley and Shotton. I have recently returned to neighborhoods as a PC having previously worked as a PCSO.
I am the PCSO covering Shotton Colliery and have over three years experience in community policing. My job role focuses on building relationships. addressing community concerns through various avenues and working with partner agencies. I'm committed to being as visible as I can be and will continue to build public confidence through proactive engagement.
Hi, I am the Neighbourhood Policing Team Inspector for Peterlee and the surrounding villages. I have performed this role since 2022. I joined Durham Constabulary in 2006 as a PCSO and became a PC within the organisation in 2008. Over the last 17 years I have performed various operational roles; Response PC, Sgt and Insp, Hate Crime Insp and Alcohol Harm Reduction Insp and now NPT Insp. I enjoy this role as it enables me to build community relationships, address local issues, prevent crime and pursue criminals.
Hi, my name is Terry Hill, I am the Neighbourhood Sergeant for Peterlee and surrounding villages. I have been a Police Officer for over 22 years and have been in Neighbourhoods for over ten years. I enjoy the everyday interaction with the community that comes with a Neighbourhood Sergeants role and am proud of the dedication my team have in having a positive impact in their communities
I am the Neighbourhood Sergeant for Peterlee and the surrounding villages. I absolutely love community policing and making our neighbourhood a safer place. My team and I are dedicated to making the local area a safer and happier place to live. I hope to see you all around on my patrols.
Hi I'm Dave and I cover Wheatley Hill, Thornley and Shotton. I have recently returned to neighborhoods as a PC having previously worked as a PCSO.
I am the PCSO covering Shotton Colliery and have over three years experience in community policing. My job role focuses on building relationships. addressing community concerns through various avenues and working with partner agencies. I'm committed to being as visible as I can be and will continue to build public confidence through proactive engagement.
Hi, I am the Neighbourhood Policing Team Inspector for Peterlee and the surrounding villages. I have performed this role since 2022. I joined Durham Constabulary in 2006 as a PCSO and became a PC within the organisation in 2008. Over the last 17 years I have performed various operational roles; Response PC, Sgt and Insp, Hate Crime Insp and Alcohol Harm Reduction Insp and now NPT Insp. I enjoy this role as it enables me to build community relationships, address local issues, prevent crime and pursue criminals.
Hi, my name is Terry Hill, I am the Neighbourhood Sergeant for Peterlee and surrounding villages. I have been a Police Officer for over 22 years and have been in Neighbourhoods for over ten years. I enjoy the everyday interaction with the community that comes with a Neighbourhood Sergeants role and am proud of the dedication my team have in having a positive impact in their communities
I am the Neighbourhood Sergeant for Peterlee and the surrounding villages. I absolutely love community policing and making our neighbourhood a safer place. My team and I are dedicated to making the local area a safer and happier place to live. I hope to see you all around on my patrols.
Hi I'm Dave and I cover Wheatley Hill, Thornley and Shotton. I have recently returned to neighborhoods as a PC having previously worked as a PCSO.
I am the PCSO covering Shotton Colliery and have over three years experience in community policing. My job role focuses on building relationships. addressing community concerns through various avenues and working with partner agencies. I'm committed to being as visible as I can be and will continue to build public confidence through proactive engagement.
Hi, I am the Neighbourhood Policing Team Inspector for Peterlee and the surrounding villages. I have performed this role since 2022. I joined Durham Constabulary in 2006 as a PCSO and became a PC within the organisation in 2008. Over the last 17 years I have performed various operational roles; Response PC, Sgt and Insp, Hate Crime Insp and Alcohol Harm Reduction Insp and now NPT Insp. I enjoy this role as it enables me to build community relationships, address local issues, prevent crime and pursue criminals.
I am the PC covering Shotton Colliery and have over 4 years in policing, just recently moving over to Peterlee Neighbourhood policing team. My role consists of tackling a wide range of issues, including tackling and disrupting organised crime groups and supporting the local community with issues of ASB and off road bike nuisance. I am dedicated to making a real difference and will continue to build up positive relationships in the community I serve.
Hi, my name is Terry Hill, I am the Neighbourhood Sergeant for Peterlee and surrounding villages. I have been a Police Officer for over 22 years and have been in Neighbourhoods for over ten years. I enjoy the everyday interaction with the community that comes with a Neighbourhood Sergeants role and am proud of the dedication my team have in having a positive impact in their communities
I am the Neighbourhood Sergeant for Peterlee and the surrounding villages. I absolutely love community policing and making our neighbourhood a safer place. My team and I are dedicated to making the local area a safer and happier place to live. I hope to see you all around on my patrols.
Hi I'm Dave and I cover Wheatley Hill, Thornley and Shotton. I have recently returned to neighborhoods as a PC having previously worked as a PCSO.
I am the PCSO covering Shotton Colliery and have over three years experience in community policing. My job role focuses on building relationships. addressing community concerns through various avenues and working with partner agencies. I'm committed to being as visible as I can be and will continue to build public confidence through proactive engagement.
Hi, I am the Neighbourhood Policing Team Inspector for Peterlee and the surrounding villages. I have performed this role since 2022. I joined Durham Constabulary in 2006 as a PCSO and became a PC within the organisation in 2008. Over the last 17 years I have performed various operational roles; Response PC, Sgt and Insp, Hate Crime Insp and Alcohol Harm Reduction Insp and now NPT Insp. I enjoy this role as it enables me to build community relationships, address local issues, prevent crime and pursue criminals.
I am the PC covering Shotton Colliery and have over 4 years in policing, just recently moving over to Peterlee Neighbourhood policing team. My role consists of tackling a wide range of issues, including tackling and disrupting organised crime groups and supporting the local community with issues of ASB and off road bike nuisance. I am dedicated to making a real difference and will continue to build up positive relationships in the community I serve.
Hi, my name is Terry Hill, I am the Neighbourhood Sergeant for Peterlee and surrounding villages. I have been a Police Officer for over 22 years and have been in Neighbourhoods for over ten years. I enjoy the everyday interaction with the community that comes with a Neighbourhood Sergeants role and am proud of the dedication my team have in having a positive impact in their communities
Locations
Peterlee Police Station
Peterlee Police Station St Aidans Way, County Durham SR8 1QR
Next to Peterlee Magistrates court
Priorities
| 10 Nov 2025 | Youth Nuisance and anti-social use of offroad bikes Response (10 Nov 2025)The team plan to : |
| 10 Nov 2025 | Shoplifting: This isn’t a victimless crime – it impacts local businesses, raises prices for honest customers and can contribute to wider issues of antisocial behaviour. Being visible helps us deter crime and support shop owners directly. Response (10 Nov 2025)Officers have been working hard to locate and arrest suspects in the area. We are working hard to liase with local shops to raise awareness of shopwatch. We are applying, where we can, Criminal Behaviour Orders on conviction, to keep known shoplifters out of our local stores. We are working hard to improve public confidence when dealing with this type of crime |
| 23 Dec 2025 | Anti-social use of offroad bikes Response (23 Dec 2025)The team plan to : |
| 23 Dec 2025 | Shoplifting: This isn’t a victimless crime – it impacts local businesses, raises prices for honest customers and can contribute to wider issues of antisocial behaviour. Being visible helps us deter crime and support shop owners directly. Response (23 Dec 2025)Officers have been working hard to locate and arrest suspects in the area. We are working hard to liase with local shops to raise awareness of shopwatch. We are applying, where we can, Criminal Behaviour Orders on conviction, to keep known shoplifters out of our local stores. We are working hard to improve public confidence when dealing with this type of crime |
| 22 Dec 2025 | Youth Nuisance / ASB: Over recent weeks in the Shotton area we have had multiple calls regarding Anti-social behaviour mainly around the shops and front street with youths being abusive, throwing items at properties/people and causing general problems. Response (23 Dec 2025)To tackle this we have been: |
| 2 Apr 2026 | Anti-social use of offroad bikes Response (2 Apr 2026)Over the past three months, officers have seized numerous vehicles in Shotton Colliery for being driven in an antisocial manner. These actions form part of out ongoing commitment to tackle dangerous and antisocial driving, which has a negative impact on our local communities. The team will continue to: |
| 2 Apr 2026 | Shoplifting: This isn’t a victimless crime – it impacts local businesses, raises prices for honest customers and can contribute to wider issues of antisocial behaviour. Being visible helps us deter crime and support shop owners directly. Response (2 Apr 2026)Officers have been working hard to locate and arrest suspects in the area. We are working hard to liase with local shops to raise awareness of shopwatch. We are applying, where we can, Criminal Behaviour Orders on conviction, to keep known shoplifters out of our local stores. We are working hard to improve public confidence when dealing with this type of crime |
| 2 Apr 2026 | Youth Nuisance / ASB: Whilst recent data shows a decrease in incidents involving young people, we recognize that this remains a priority and an issue that will continue to impact residents. Response (2 Apr 2026)We have recently taken action to close a business that had been identified as a location attracting young people and contributing to antisocial behavior within the area. Since its closure, we have seen a notable reduction in reports of ASB, and we believe this has had a significant impact on the local community. We will continue to: |
| 19 May 2026 | Off-road bikes used illegally often cause noise nuisance, danger to pedestrians and damage to local green spaces. Taking these vehicles off the road helps prevent accidents and restores peace in our neighbourhoods. This remains as one of the priorities. Response (19 May 2026)The team will continue to: - Increase patrols in the hotspot areas to engage with any youths that are causing problems In recent weeks, officers have seized numerous vehicles in Shotton Colliery for being driven in an antisocial manner. These actions form part of out ongoing commitment to tackle dangerous and antisocial driving, which has a negative impact on our local communities. |
| 19 May 2026 | Shoplifting: This isn’t a victimless crime – it impacts local businesses, raises prices for honest customers and can contribute to wider issues of antisocial behaviour. Being visible helps us deter crime and support shop owners directly. Response (19 May 2026)Action taken by police to tackle shoplifting includes: -Dealing robustly with offenders involved in shop theft offences |
| 19 May 2026 | Youth Nuisance / ASB: Whilst recent data shows a decrease in incidents involving young people, we recognize that this remains a priority and an issue that will continue to impact residents. Response (19 May 2026)We have recently taken action to close a business that had been identified as a location attracting young people and contributing to antisocial behavior within the area. Since its closure, we have seen a notable reduction in reports of ASB, and we believe this has had a significant impact on the local community. We will continue to: |
| 19 May 2026 | Off-road bikes used illegally often cause noise nuisance, danger to pedestrians and damage to local green spaces. Taking these vehicles off the road helps prevent accidents and restores peace in our neighbourhoods. This remains as one of the priorities. Response (19 May 2026)The team will continue to: - Increase patrols in the hotspot areas to engage with any youths that are causing problems In recent weeks, officers have seized numerous vehicles in Shotton Colliery for being driven in an antisocial manner. These actions form part of out ongoing commitment to tackle dangerous and antisocial driving, which has a negative impact on our local communities. |
| 19 May 2026 | Shoplifting: This isn’t a victimless crime – it impacts local businesses, raises prices for honest customers and can contribute to wider issues of antisocial behaviour. Being visible helps us deter crime and support shop owners directly. Response (19 May 2026)Action taken by police to tackle shoplifting includes: -Dealing robustly with offenders involved in shop theft offences |
| 19 May 2026 | Youth Nuisance / ASB: Whilst recent data shows a decrease in incidents involving young people, we recognize that this remains a priority and an issue that will continue to impact residents. Response (19 May 2026)We have recently taken action to close a business that had been identified as a location attracting young people and contributing to antisocial behavior within the area. Since its closure, we have seen a notable reduction in reports of ASB, and we believe this has had a significant impact on the local community. We will continue to: |
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