POLICE DETAILS
West Yorkshire Police - Bradford East Neighbourhood

You said:

• Anti-social vehicle use around open spaces and on public roads.
• Vagrancy and begging around the traffic lights at Killinghall Road, Leeds Road and Thornbury.
• Anti-social behaviour and Vagrancy at local shops and supermarkets.   

Lead Area Sergeant: PS 2586 Dave Thompson
Lead Area Problem Solving Officer: PC 1850 Matthews
Area PC’s: PC 1850 Matthews and PC 3752 Dickinson
Area PCSOs: PCSO 363 Peacock, PCSO 611 Wood and PCSO 223 Ulhaq

We did:

There is now a Police contact point at the Abu Bakar Masjid. This contact point takes place on Fridays at 1pm.

A specific operation has been set up to tackle the issue of ASB vehicles including off road bikes, electric bikes and drivers without the appropriate documentation. There will continue to be a push around this issue, and we would encourage residents to provide the police with information as to who is committing these offences and where the vehicles are being stored. These reports can be made anonymously.

You said:

• Anti-social vehicle use in and around Bowling Park.
• Engagement and interaction with local members of the community at the Beacon located in Bowling Park.
• Proactively deal with drug dealing and drug use in and around the Henford Drive area.

Lead Area Sergeant: PS 2586 Dave Thompson
Lead Area Problem Solving Officer: PC 931 Druce - contact Bradford East NPT online here.
Area PCs: PC 931 Druce and PC 3517 Davis
Area PCSO’s: PCSO 239 Crossley, PCSO 437 Ali, PCSO 518 Dellow 

We did:

Police have recently executed warrants at addresses linked to drugs supply, drug use and the antisocial behaviour associated. There were several seizures made, and enquiries are ongoing.

Police continue to engage with the community at our contact points. These are excellent opportunities to pass information to police that is important to you locally.

You said:

• Anti-social behaviour at Peel Park both youths related and bike related anti-social behaviour
• Anti-social behaviour associated with Nitrous Oxide (Laughing Gas) consumption around Harrogate Road and Otley Road

Lead Area Sergeant: PS 2550 Hughes
Lead Area Problem Solving Officer: PC 1665 Barriere
Area PC’s: PC 2204 Bromley and PC 1665 Barriere

We Did: 

• Officers now have a regular contact point at Peel Park so that we can more readily engage with park goers. This is a regular occurrence, increasing opportunities for people to raise issues with local officers. Furthermore, continued engagement is occurring at the BMX track with officers regularly attending BMX sessions.
• Officers continue to build intelligence regards to who is responsible for the supply of nitrous oxide in the area and will seek to execute warrants to hold those responsible to account.. 

You said:

• Anti-social behaviour use of motor vehicles in West Bowling. Specific locations at Silverdale Road and Upper Castle Street.
   
• Drug dealing and associated Anti-social behaviour in Canterbury. Specifically, Round hill Street and Ringwood Road.
   
• Anti-social behaviour associated with Nitrous Oxide (Laughing Gas) consumption around Southfield Lane

Area Sergeant: PS 2550 Hughes
Lead Area Problem Solving Officer: PC 4476 Wootton - contact Bradford East NPT online here.
Lead Area PC’s: PC 4476 Wootton, PC 2807 Cadman and PC 5121 Clayton
Lead Area PCSO’s: PCSO 344 Ambler, PCSO 442 Cranston, PCSO 934 McCammon and PCSO 839 Amarpall

We Did: 

• Reports have been received regards to Anti-social behaviour vehicle use in West Bowling. Local officers have therefore increased visibility in the area to dissuade such behaviour. Local speed watches have been undertaken by local officers and furthermore local officers have seized uninsured and abandoned vehicles in the area.
   
• Local officers continue to patrol the Canterbury estate with a focus on drug dealing and anti-social behaviour. Where lawful officers undertake stop and searches and are also developing intelligence to execute proactive warrants in the area. Two recent warrants have been executed in the area and investigations remain ongoing. One of the warrants resulted in the recovery and dismantling of a cannabis grow.
   
• A closure order has been obtained for a store on Southfield Lane which it was felt was responsible for supply of nitrous oxide into the local community and the associated anti-social behaviour

• Antisocial vehicle use in and around Bowling Park
   
• Community engagement and visibility at, Bowling Park
   
• Proactive enforcement against drug use and drug dealing in the Henford Drive area
   
• To reduce the unlawful and antisocial use of fireworks within the ward area through targeted engagement, education, and proactive enforcement
   

• A dedicated multi-agency policing operation was deployed over the weekend, involving officers from Bradford East NPT, Operation Steerside, and Roads Policing. Officers conducted static and mobile patrols to monitor vehicle behaviour and respond to any incidents of antisocial driving or firework discharge.
  
  As a result of the operation:

  -1 vehicle was seized – the driver was found to be disqualified.
  -8 Traffic Offence Report (TOR) tickets were issued for various road traffic violations
  -No fireworks were observed being discharged at the location during the operation.

• We will continue to patrol the area proactively and engage with local venues and residents to prevent further incidents. We are also exploring planning and licensing conditions with the local council to support long-term prevention.
  
   

• Antisocial vehicle use in open spaces and on public roads
   
• Vagrancy and begging at traffic light junctions (Killinghall Road, Leeds Road, Thornbury)
   
• Antisocial behaviour and vagrancy at local shops and supermarkets
   
• To reduce the unlawful and antisocial use of fireworks within the ward area through targeted engagement, education, and proactive enforcement.
   

• A Police Contact point has been established at Abu Bakar Masjid, held every Friday at 1pm, to improve accessibility and engagement with residents.
   
• A targeted operation is underway to address antisocial vehicle use, including off-road bikes, electric bikes, and vehicles operated without valid documentation.
   
• Residents are encouraged to report offenders and vehicle storage locations. Reports can be made anonymously and will assist in shaping enforcement activity.
   

You said:

• ASB use of vehicles, both on road and off road.
• Tackling ASB caused by youths within the Ravenscliffe area.
• Tackling ASB around Enterprise 5 Business Park

We have been running joint operations with the council whereby vehicles being used in ASB are being located and seized.

So far, 24 vehicles have been seized over the Eccleshill/Idle/Thackley wards and there are plans in place for future operations.

PC’s and PCSO’s have been conducting daily patrols of Enterprise 5 Business Park and have identified numerous youths involved in ASB.

Several ASB sanctions have been issued.

We also have a contact point every 6 weeks with the businesses at Enterprise 5 so concerns or issues they may have can be discussed.

• ASB use of Off-Road Motorcycles/Quads, both on road and off road.
• Anti-social behaviour in and around Idle Village.
• Targeting suspicious late-night activity.
• During a public meeting concerns were raised by residents about issues relating to ASB, and general crimes within the locality.

After the meeting we had officers patrolling the area to provide reassurance and opportunity for residents to approach officers for any concerns they may have.

Targeted patrols, House to House and CCTV enquiries led to several suspects being identified as being involved in theft and burglary type offences.

Numerous males have been arrested, charged and remanded as part of this.

You said:

• Anti-social vehicle use around open spaces and on public roads.
• Vagrancy and begging around the traffic lights at Killinghall Road, Leeds Road and Thornbury.
• Anti-social behaviour and Vagrancy at local shops and supermarkets.   

Lead Area Sergeant: PS 2586 Dave Thompson
Lead Area Problem Solving Officer: PC 1850 Matthews
Area PC’s: PC 1850 Matthews and PC 3752 Dickinson
Area PCSOs: PCSO 363 Peacock, PCSO 611 Wood and PCSO 223 Ulhaq

We did:

There is now a Police contact point at the Abu Bakar Masjid. This contact point takes place on Fridays at 1pm.

A specific operation has been set up to tackle the issue of ASB vehicles including off road bikes, electric bikes and drivers without the appropriate documentation. There will continue to be a push around this issue, and we would encourage residents to provide the police with information as to who is committing these offences and where the vehicles are being stored. These reports can be made anonymously.

You said:

• Anti-social vehicle use in and around Bowling Park.
• Engagement and interaction with local members of the community at the Beacon located in Bowling Park.
• Proactively deal with drug dealing and drug use in and around the Henford Drive area.

Lead Area Sergeant: PS 2586 Dave Thompson
Lead Area Problem Solving Officer: PC 931 Druce - contact Bradford East NPT online here.
Area PCs: PC 931 Druce and PC 3517 Davis
Area PCSO’s: PCSO 239 Crossley, PCSO 437 Ali, PCSO 518 Dellow 

We did:

Police have recently executed warrants at addresses linked to drugs supply, drug use and the antisocial behaviour associated. There were several seizures made, and enquiries are ongoing.

Police continue to engage with the community at our contact points. These are excellent opportunities to pass information to police that is important to you locally.

Eccleshill Ward Area

• ASB use of vehicles, both on road and off road.
   
• Tackling ASB caused by youths Sainsbury’s retail park.
   
• Tackling ASB around Enterprise 5 Business Park.

Idle and Thackley Ward Areas

• Anti-social use of off-road motorcycles / quads, both on road and off road.
   
• Anti-social behaviour in and around Thackley village.
   
• Targeting suspicious late-night activity.
   

Bradford Moor Ward Area

• Antisocial vehicle use in open spaces and on public roads.
• Vagrancy and begging at traffic light junctions (Killinghall Road, Leeds Road, Thornbury)
• Antisocial behaviour and vagrancy at local shops and supermarkets
• We will work to disrupt the supply of controlled drugs within the ward area through targeted enforcement, intelligence?led patrols, and proactive investigations
   

Little Horton Ward Areas

ASB & Drug Dealing – Marshfield Area

• Reports of young males gathering, intimidating residents, and suspected drug activity.
• Targeted patrols to develop intelligence.
• Use of stop and search and arrests where appropriate.

Community Engagement – West Bowling

• Strengthening relationships with local religious establishments.
• Building trust and improving communication.
• Encouraging community-led problem solving around ASB.
• Increased proactivity in the area – recent disorder in the local area is under investigation by local officers.

Organised Criminality – Canterbury Estate

• Continued disruption efforts following closure of a key location.
• High-visibility patrols and partnership work to maintain impact.
• Ongoing community engagement to guide future focus.

 Public Intelligence Encouraged Via:

• Local events
• Crime Stoppers: 0800 555 111 or https://crimestoppers-uk.org
• Police contact: 101

• Large policing operation involving partners over the bonfire period.
  • Significant reduction in ASB in the Manchester Road area
     
• Youth engagement in partnership with youth services – ensuring young people understand the dangers of fireworks and can safely enjoy the bonfire period.
   
• Several proactive stop and searches undertaken by local officers to disrupt subjects suspected to be involved in ASB and drug dealing.

Bowling and Barkerend Ward Areas

• Antisocial vehicle use in and around Bowling Park
• Community engagement and visibility at, Bowling Park
• Proactive enforcement against drug use and drug dealing in the Hendford Drive area.
• To reduce antisocial vehicle use around Barkerend Road.
• To conduct parking patrols in and around local schools due to recent complaints and congestion issues.
   

Bolton and Undercliffe Priorities Ward Areas

Anti-Social Vehicle Use & Speeding – Wellington Road

• Increased patrols targeting poor driving, speeding, and inconsiderate parking.
• Partner engagement for education and enforcement.
• Community engagement via street surveys and Community Alert messages.

Anti-Social Behaviour (ASB) – Peel Park

• High-visibility patrols in the park and surrounding streets.
• Use of ASB legislation to divert individuals from criminality.
• Escalation to formal police action when necessary.

Drug Activity – Intelligence Gathering

• Focus on street dealing, consumption, and suspected grow/supply locations.
• Encouraging public intelligence sharing via:
  • Local events
  • CrimeStoppers: 0800 555 111 and https://crimestoppers-uk.org 
  • Police contact: 101

We Did: 

• As a new school term begins local officers are back at school gate surgeries, and engaged with school talks:
  • Providing a visible reassurance
  • Undertaking enforcement action with regards to poor and inconsiderate parking
     
• Continued patrols of emerging hotspots – allowing the development of intelligence to undertake proactive warrants regards to suspected cannabis grows in the area.

You said:

• Anti-social vehicle use around open spaces and on public roads.
• Vagrancy and begging around the traffic lights at Killinghall Road, Leeds Road and Thornbury.
• Anti-social behaviour and Vagrancy at local shops and supermarkets.   

Lead Area Sergeant: PS 2586 Dave Thompson
Lead Area Problem Solving Officer: PC 1850 Matthews
Area PC’s: PC 1850 Matthews and PC 3752 Dickinson
Area PCSOs: PCSO 363 Peacock, PCSO 611 Wood and PCSO 223 Ulhaq

We did:

There is now a Police contact point at the Abu Bakar Masjid. This contact point takes place on Fridays at 1pm.

A specific operation has been set up to tackle the issue of ASB vehicles including off road bikes, electric bikes and drivers without the appropriate documentation. There will continue to be a push around this issue, and we would encourage residents to provide the police with information as to who is committing these offences and where the vehicles are being stored. These reports can be made anonymously.

You said:

• Anti-social vehicle use in and around Bowling Park.
• Engagement and interaction with local members of the community at the Beacon located in Bowling Park.
• Proactively deal with drug dealing and drug use in and around the Henford Drive area.

Lead Area Sergeant: PS 2586 Dave Thompson
Lead Area Problem Solving Officer: PC 931 Druce - contact Bradford East NPT online here.
Area PCs: PC 931 Druce and PC 3517 Davis
Area PCSO’s: PCSO 239 Crossley, PCSO 437 Ali, PCSO 518 Dellow 

We did:

Police have recently executed warrants at addresses linked to drugs supply, drug use and the antisocial behaviour associated. There were several seizures made, and enquiries are ongoing.

Police continue to engage with the community at our contact points. These are excellent opportunities to pass information to police that is important to you locally.

Idle and Thackley Ward Areas

• Anti-social use of off-road motorcycles / quads, both on road and off road.
   
• Anti-social behaviour in and around Thackley village.
   
• Targeting suspicious late-night activity.
   

Eccleshill Ward Area

• ASB use of vehicles, both on road and off road.
   
• Tackling ASB caused by youths Sainsbury’s retail park.
   
• Tackling ASB around Enterprise 5 Business Park.

Bolton and Undercliffe Priorities Ward Areas

Anti-Social Vehicle Use & Speeding – Wellington Road

• Increased patrols targeting poor driving, speeding, and inconsiderate parking.
• Partner engagement for education and enforcement.
• Community engagement via street surveys and Community Alert messages.

Anti-Social Behaviour (ASB) – Peel Park

• High-visibility patrols in the park and surrounding streets.
• Use of ASB legislation to divert individuals from criminality.
• Escalation to formal police action when necessary.

Drug Activity – Intelligence Gathering

• Focus on street dealing, consumption, and suspected grow/supply locations.
• Encouraging public intelligence sharing via:
  • Local events
  • CrimeStoppers: 0800 555 111 and https://crimestoppers-uk.org 
  • Police contact: 101

We Did: 

• As a new school term begins local officers are back at school gate surgeries, and engaged with school talks:
  • Providing a visible reassurance
  • Undertaking enforcement action with regards to poor and inconsiderate parking
     
• Continued patrols of emerging hotspots – allowing the development of intelligence to undertake proactive warrants regards to suspected cannabis grows in the area.

Bradford Moor Ward Area

• Antisocial vehicle use in open spaces and on public roads.
• Vagrancy and begging at traffic light junctions (Killinghall Road, Leeds Road, Thornbury)
• Antisocial behaviour and vagrancy at local shops and supermarkets
• We will work to disrupt the supply of controlled drugs within the ward area through targeted enforcement, intelligence‑led patrols, and proactive investigations
   

Little Horton Ward Areas

ASB & Drug Dealing – Marshfield Area

• Reports of young males gathering, intimidating residents, and suspected drug activity.
• Targeted patrols to develop intelligence.
• Use of stop and search and arrests where appropriate.

Community Engagement – West Bowling

• Strengthening relationships with local religious establishments.
• Building trust and improving communication.
• Encouraging community-led problem solving around ASB.
• Increased proactivity in the area – recent disorder in the local area is under investigation by local officers.

Organised Criminality – Canterbury Estate

• Continued disruption efforts following closure of a key location.
• High-visibility patrols and partnership work to maintain impact.
• Ongoing community engagement to guide future focus.

 Public Intelligence Encouraged Via:

• Local events
• Crime Stoppers: 0800 555 111 or https://crimestoppers-uk.org
• Police contact: 101

• Large policing operation involving partners over the bonfire period.
  • Significant reduction in ASB in the Manchester Road area
     
• Youth engagement in partnership with youth services – ensuring young people understand the dangers of fireworks and can safely enjoy the bonfire period.
   
• Several proactive stop and searches undertaken by local officers to disrupt subjects suspected to be involved in ASB and drug dealing.

Bowling and Barkerend Ward Areas

• Antisocial vehicle use in and around Bowling Park
• Community engagement and visibility at, Bowling Park
• Proactive enforcement against drug use and drug dealing in the Hendford Drive area.
• To reduce antisocial vehicle use around Barkerend Road.
• To conduct parking patrols in and around local schools due to recent complaints and congestion issues.
   

You said:

• Anti-social vehicle use around open spaces and on public roads.
• Vagrancy and begging around the traffic lights at Killinghall Road, Leeds Road and Thornbury.
• Anti-social behaviour and Vagrancy at local shops and supermarkets.   

Lead Area Sergeant: PS 2586 Dave Thompson
Lead Area Problem Solving Officer: PC 1850 Matthews
Area PC’s: PC 1850 Matthews and PC 3752 Dickinson
Area PCSOs: PCSO 363 Peacock, PCSO 611 Wood and PCSO 223 Ulhaq

We did:

There is now a Police contact point at the Abu Bakar Masjid. This contact point takes place on Fridays at 1pm.

A specific operation has been set up to tackle the issue of ASB vehicles including off road bikes, electric bikes and drivers without the appropriate documentation. There will continue to be a push around this issue, and we would encourage residents to provide the police with information as to who is committing these offences and where the vehicles are being stored. These reports can be made anonymously.

You said:

• Anti-social vehicle use in and around Bowling Park.
• Engagement and interaction with local members of the community at the Beacon located in Bowling Park.
• Proactively deal with drug dealing and drug use in and around the Henford Drive area.

Lead Area Sergeant: PS 2586 Dave Thompson
Lead Area Problem Solving Officer: PC 931 Druce - contact Bradford East NPT online here.
Area PCs: PC 931 Druce and PC 3517 Davis
Area PCSO’s: PCSO 239 Crossley, PCSO 437 Ali, PCSO 518 Dellow 

We did:

Police have recently executed warrants at addresses linked to drugs supply, drug use and the antisocial behaviour associated. There were several seizures made, and enquiries are ongoing.

Police continue to engage with the community at our contact points. These are excellent opportunities to pass information to police that is important to you locally.

Bolton and Undercliffe Priorities Ward Areas

Anti-Social Vehicle Use & Speeding – Wellington Road and Asbournes

• Increased patrols targeting poor driving, speeding, and inconsiderate parking.
• Partner engagement for education and enforcement.
• Community engagement via street surveys and Community Alert messages.
• Multi agency day of action is planned during the month of May

Anti-Social Behaviour (ASB) – Peel Park

• High-visibility patrols in the park and surrounding streets.
• Use of ASB legislation to divert individuals from criminality.
• Escalation to formal police action when necessary.
• Day of action and engagement day in May at the BMX track

Drug Activity – Intelligence Gathering

• Focus on street dealing, consumption, and suspected grow/supply locations.

• As a new school term begins local officers are back at school gate surgeries, and engaged with school talks. Providing a visible reassurance and undertaking enforcement action with regards to poor and inconsiderate parking.
• Continued patrols of emerging hotspots – allowing the development of intelligence to undertake proactive warrants regards to suspected cannabis grows in the area.
• Large scale drug supply arrest made in April – resulting in 1 arrest and the recovery of a large quantity of drugs. The investigation remains ongoing with the arrested subject on police bail.
• New public meetings being launched in the area – 6 weekly Police and communities together meeting – check Community alert for details.

Little Horton Ward Areas

ASB & Drug Dealing – Marshfield Area

• Reports of young males gathering, intimidating residents, and suspected drug activity.
• Targeted patrols to develop intelligence.
• Use of stop and search and arrests where appropriate.

ASB and Drug Dealing – St Stephens Road area

• Strengthening relationships with local religious establishments.
• Building trust and improving communication.
• Encouraging community-led problem solving around ASB.
• Increased proactivity in the area – recent disorder in the local area is under investigation by local officers.

Drug dealing and ASB – Little Horton Lane area

• Continued disruption efforts following identification of emerging hot spot.
• High-visibility patrols and partnership work to maintain impact.
• Ongoing community engagement to guide future focus.

• Several recent charges for legacy work undertaken by BD East NPT Little Horton team – for drug supply in the Parkside area.
• Several days of action with partner agencies with 30 plus vehicles recovered for no Tax or MOT.
• New public meetings being launched in the area – 6 weekly Police and communities together meeting – check Community alert for details.

Bowling and Barkerend Ward Areas

• Antisocial vehicle use in and around Bowling Park.
• Target drug supply in the Barkerend area.
• Proactive enforcement against drug use and drug dealing in the Henford Drive area.
• To reduce the unlawful and antisocial use of fireworks within the ward area through targeted engagement, education, and proactive enforcement.
• Work closely with local businesses and organisations to reduce antisocial use of vehicles and fireworks that cause an ongoing nuisance to local residents.
   

Bradford Moor Ward Area

• Antisocial vehicle use in open spaces and on public roads.
• Reduce ASB around residential streets and park spaces. These areas include Attock Park and Seymour Park.
• Antisocial behaviour and vagrancy at local shops and supermarkets.
• To reduce the unlawful and antisocial use of fireworks within the ward area through targeted engagement, education, and proactive enforcement.
   

• A police contact point has been established at Abu Bakar Masjid, held every Friday at 1pm, to improve accessibility and engagement with local residents.

• A police contact point has now been established at McDonalds , Thornbury. This is to allow residents to speak to local officers.

  Operational Response:

• A targeted operation is underway to address antisocial vehicle use, including off-road bikes, electric bikes, and vehicles operated without valid documentation.
• Residents are encouraged to report offenders and vehicle storage locations. Reports can be made anonymously and will assist in shaping enforcement activity.
• A recent day of action with local council enforcement, DVSA and taxi licensing resulted in 12 vehicles being removed form the area for varying reasons. These include no tax or MOT, causing obstruction or abandoned.

Eccleshill Ward Area

• ASB use of vehicles, both on road and off road.
• Speeding in and around Eccleshill village.
• Tackling ASB around Enterprise 5 Business Park

Idle and Thackley Ward Areas

• ASB use of Off-Road Motorcycles/Quads, both on road and off road.
• Anti-social behaviour in and around Idle Village.
• Targeting drug use specifically Nitrous Oxide use.
   

You said:

• Anti-social vehicle use around open spaces and on public roads.
• Vagrancy and begging around the traffic lights at Killinghall Road, Leeds Road and Thornbury.
• Anti-social behaviour and Vagrancy at local shops and supermarkets.   

Lead Area Sergeant: PS 2586 Dave Thompson
Lead Area Problem Solving Officer: PC 1850 Matthews
Area PC’s: PC 1850 Matthews and PC 3752 Dickinson
Area PCSOs: PCSO 363 Peacock, PCSO 611 Wood and PCSO 223 Ulhaq

We did:

There is now a Police contact point at the Abu Bakar Masjid. This contact point takes place on Fridays at 1pm.

A specific operation has been set up to tackle the issue of ASB vehicles including off road bikes, electric bikes and drivers without the appropriate documentation. There will continue to be a push around this issue, and we would encourage residents to provide the police with information as to who is committing these offences and where the vehicles are being stored. These reports can be made anonymously.

You said:

• Anti-social vehicle use in and around Bowling Park.
• Engagement and interaction with local members of the community at the Beacon located in Bowling Park.
• Proactively deal with drug dealing and drug use in and around the Henford Drive area.

Lead Area Sergeant: PS 2586 Dave Thompson
Lead Area Problem Solving Officer: PC 931 Druce - contact Bradford East NPT online here.
Area PCs: PC 931 Druce and PC 3517 Davis
Area PCSO’s: PCSO 239 Crossley, PCSO 437 Ali, PCSO 518 Dellow 

We did:

Police have recently executed warrants at addresses linked to drugs supply, drug use and the antisocial behaviour associated. There were several seizures made, and enquiries are ongoing.

Police continue to engage with the community at our contact points. These are excellent opportunities to pass information to police that is important to you locally.

Eccleshill Ward Area

• Vehicle-Related ASB – Target the inappropriate use of cars, motorcycles, quad bikes, and other vehicles on highways, footpaths, parks, and open spaces.
• Speeding Concerns – Work with partners to address speeding hotspots in and around Eccleshill Village and improve community confidence in road safety.
• Enterprise 5 Business Park – Reduce incidents of anti-social behaviour through engagement, visible patrols, intelligence gathering, and problem-solving initiatives.

Idle and Thackley Ward Areas

• Off-Road Bikes & Quad Bikes – Tackling the anti-social and illegal use of motorcycles and quad bikes both on and off the highway.
• Idle Village ASB – Reducing anti-social behaviour and improving community safety in and around Idle Village.
• Nitrous Oxide Misuse – Targeting Nitrous Oxide use and associated anti-social behaviour across the local area.
   

Bolton and Undercliffe Priorities Ward Areas

Retail Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour (Valley Road Retail Locations)

• Increased high-visibility patrols at retail premises along Valley Road, focusing on anti-social behaviour, repeat calls for service, and identified hotspot locations.
• Targeted activity to disrupt and deter prolific and repeat shoplifters through intelligence-led patrols and partnership working with retailers and security staff.
• Joint working with businesses, CCTV operators, Bradford Council and partner agencies to identify offenders and implement problem-solving measures.
• Engagement with retailers to encourage reporting, evidence gathering and crime prevention opportunities.
• Use of Community Alert messaging and local engagement opportunities to keep residents and businesses informed of enforcement activity and crime prevention advice.
• Multi-agency activity and targeted operations will be conducted throughout the priority period to address repeat demand and improve safety for businesses, staff and customers.

Bowling and Barkerend Ward Areas

1. Tackling Antisocial Vehicle Use

• Reduce antisocial and nuisance vehicle activity in and around Bowling Park and other identified hotspots through targeted enforcement, engagement, and partnership working.
• Work with local residents, businesses, and West Yorkshire Police to identify offenders and improve community safety.

2. Disrupting Drug Supply and Associated Crime

• Target drug supply and related criminal activity within the Barkerend area through intelligence-led interventions and joint working with partner agencies.
• Support efforts to disrupt organised criminal activity and reduce the impact of drug-related harm on local communities.

3. Addressing Drug Use and Dealing in Hendford Drive

• Undertake proactive enforcement and intervention activities to tackle drug use, drug dealing, and associated antisocial behaviour in the Hendford Drive area.
• Increase reassurance and visibility in the area to improve residents' confidence and feelings of safety.

4. Reducing Firework-Related Antisocial Behaviour

• Reduce the unlawful and antisocial use of fireworks through community engagement, education campaigns, and proactive enforcement activity.
• Encourage responsible use of fireworks and promote reporting of incidents affecting local residents.

5. Supporting Businesses and Local Communities

• Work closely with local businesses, community organisations, and residents to address ongoing nuisance caused by antisocial vehicle use and fireworks.
• Develop joint problem-solving initiatives that improve the local environment and reduce recurring issues affecting neighbourhoods.

Desired Outcomes

• Reduced antisocial vehicle use and associated nuisance.
• Lower levels of drug-related crime and antisocial behaviour.
• Improved safety and community confidence in Bowling Park, Barkerend, and Henford Drive.
• Reduced firework-related complaints and incidents.
• Stronger partnership working between residents, businesses, community organisations, and enforcement agencies.
• A safer, cleaner, and more resilient Bowling and Barkerend Ward.

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Bradford East Neighbourhood Policing Team remains committed to working in partnership with residents, businesses and key stakeholders to address local concerns and enhance community safety. We welcome information from members of the public to support our problem-solving approach and encourage continued engagement through our contact channels and online reporting platforms.

Ongoing Action

Officers will continue to carry out proactive patrols in the area and engage with local venues, businesses and residents to help prevent further incidents. We are also working with the local authority to explore appropriate planning and licensing measures that may support long-term prevention and reduce opportunities for anti-social behaviour and criminal activity.

Community Engagement

We encourage residents to report any concerns and share information with us, including anonymously where preferred. Community intelligence plays a vital role in shaping our response, identifying emerging issues and helping to keep our neighbourhoods safe.

Together, through partnership working and community support, we can continue to make Bradford East a safer place for everyone.

Bradford Moor Ward Area

1. Tackling Antisocial Vehicle Activity

• Reduce nuisance and dangerous vehicle use on roads, residential areas, ginnels, car parks and open spaces through targeted interventions, enforcement and preventative initiatives.
• Work in partnership with West Yorkshire Police and local communities to identify and address vehicle-related ASB hotspots.

2. Creating Safer Parks and Public Spaces

• Address antisocial behaviour within parks and recreational areas, particularly Attock Park and Seymour Park, to ensure they remain safe, welcoming and accessible for all residents.
• Promote community use of open spaces through engagement, reassurance patrols and environmental improvements.

3. Improving Safety Around Local Shopping Areas

• Reduce incidents of antisocial behaviour, loitering, substance misuse and associated nuisance in and around local shopping centres, retail premises and supermarkets.
• Support businesses and residents by implementing joint problem-solving measures with partner agencies.

4. Reducing Firework-Related Nuisance and Disorder

• Minimise the impact of the unlawful and irresponsible use of fireworks through awareness campaigns, community engagement, intelligence-led actions and enforcement activity.

• Encourage responsible behaviour and improve reporting of firework-related incidents across the ward.

  Key Outcomes:

• Lower levels of antisocial behaviour and community nuisance.
• Increased feelings of safety among residents, visitors and businesses.
• Better use and enjoyment of parks, open spaces and shopping areas.
• Stronger partnership working and community engagement.

• A cleaner, safer and more resilient Bradford Moor Ward.

  
   

Little Horton Ward Areas

ASB & Drug Dealing – Marshfield Area

• Reports continue of groups of young males congregating in the area, causing intimidation to residents and concerns regarding suspected drug-related activity.
• Targeted patrols are being conducted to gather intelligence and identify those involved in criminality and anti-social behaviour.
• Officers will utilise stop and search powers where appropriate, with arrests made where offences are identified.

ASB & Drug Dealing – West Bowling Area

• Work is ongoing to strengthen relationships with local religious establishments and key community stakeholders.
• Efforts are focused on building trust, improving communication, and increasing opportunities for information sharing.
• Residents are being encouraged to take part in community-led solutions to address anti-social behaviour.
• Police activity in the area has increased, and recent incidents of disorder are currently being investigated by local officers.

Drug Dealing & ASB – Little Horton Lane Area

• Disruption activity continues following the identification of the area as an emerging hotspot for drug-related activity and anti-social behaviour.
• High-visibility patrols are being undertaken alongside partner agencies to maintain a visible presence and deter offending.
• Ongoing engagement with residents and community groups is helping to shape future priorities and enforcement activity.

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A new Police and Communities Together (PACT) meeting is being launched in the area and will take place every 6 weeks.

These meetings are an opportunity for residents to meet with local police officers and partner agencies, discuss community concerns, receive updates on local issues, and help set neighbourhood priorities.

For meeting dates, times and venues, please check Community Alert for full details.