Case studies
Short of actually meeting the people involved, there’s probably no better way to understand the potential of Neighbourhood Watch than reading these inspiring examples of best practice. If you’re looking for ideas to help your own community, there’s always something to learn from past successes.
Showing: Membership diversity
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A different kind of ‘community’ in Stevenage
A clever use of a previously untapped resource: the diverse community of dog owners, out walking at all times of the...
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A ‘young’ Watch in Streetly
This community oriented group has found numerous innovative ways to engage the young and has been recognised as a...
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Addressing anti-social behaviour in Eaglesfield
Formed to deal with anti-social behaviour, the group has been vigorous in engaging local businesses and young...
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Being mobile in Valleys and Vale
The first Neighbourhood Watch Association in the country, formed to help communication between coordinators, it is...
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Branching out in Nottingham
In a high crime area, this group has successfully involved hard-to-reach residents, including young people, through...
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Building bridges with the police in Berryfields
The group formed in an isolated community to address an anti-social behaviour issue left unresolved by police and...
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Changing ‘membership’ in St. Peter’s
The group has taken effective and important steps to strengthen ties in an ethnically diverse area, involve young...
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Doing more in Wandsworth
The division coordinates the numerous Neighbourhood Watch groups in Wandsworth, a low crime area, where it has...
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Engaging schoolchildren in Stockton-on-Tees
Covering five primary schools, the scheme helps children to learn about citizenship, personal safety, crime and the...
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Getting organised in Devon & Cornwall
This registered association of 16 groups provides targeted training for coordinators, has an agreement with the...
