Welcome to Darlington Neighbourhood Watch

What is Neighbourhood Watch?

Neighbourhood Watch is a method of developing close liaison between neighbours, the local police and the local authority. The aim is to help people protect themselves and their properties, to reduce the fear of crime and to improve the local environment.

Why is Neighbourhood Watch necessary?

It is important that the police and the community work in co-operation to prevent and detect crime.

What does Neighbourhood Watch involve?

Individual schemes all have different characteristics, depending on the area in which they are situated and their objectives.
Each scheme is a community initiative, which is supported by the police but not run by them. Success depends on what the members make of the scheme, Neighbourhood Watch gives people the chance to get to know and help each other better.

How are schemes set up?

The first point of contact is your local police office:

Community Liason Officer
Telephone: 01325 346 832
Email: nhw.darlington@durham.pnn.police.uk