Winstanley

Our key priorities are to make you feel safe within the areas you live by focussing on the following four themes; reducing Burglary, tackling Anti-Social Behaviour, dealing robustly with drug use and supply, and to promote and enforce safety on our roads.

Partners and Communities Together meetings (PACT) take place every 3-4 months and will be advertised on Bee in the Loop. These meetings are an opportunity for you to come and meet your local teams and raise any concerns in your neighbourhood.
You can sign up to Bee in the Loop on the Greater Manchester Police website home page.

Vehicle Offences and Road Safety - Winstanley

Improving road safety and tackling vehicle-related offences remains a key priority within the Winstanley area. We recognise the concerns raised by residents regarding speeding, dangerous driving, anti-social vehicle use, and other road traffic offences that can place members of the community at risk.

Our Neighbourhood Policing Team works closely with Roads Policing officers, Wigan Council and partner agencies to identify problem locations and take action against those who disregard road safety laws. Through a combination of enforcement, education and community engagement, we aim to make Winstanley's roads safer for all users.

We will continue to conduct high-visibility patrols and targeted operations in areas identified through community feedback, collision data and local intelligence. Officers will take positive action against drivers committing offences such as speeding, careless or dangerous driving, driving whilst using a mobile phone, failing to wear a seatbelt, uninsured driving and other vehicle-related criminality.

Where appropriate, we will utilise speed enforcement initiatives, vehicle stop checks and partnership-led road safety campaigns to deter offending and promote responsible driving behaviour. We are also committed to addressing concerns relating to nuisance vehicles and anti-social driving that impacts residents and local communities.

Information provided by the public remains vital in helping us identify emerging issues and direct resources where they are most needed. We encourage residents to continue reporting concerns so that effective action can be taken.

Through proactive enforcement, community engagement and partnership working, our priority is to reduce road traffic offences, improve road safety, and ensure Winstanley remains a safe place to live, work and travel.

Retail Crime - Winstanley

Tackling retail crime remains a key priority within the Winstanley area. We are committed to investigating all reports of shop theft and retail-related offending where viable lines of enquiry exist and will take positive action against those responsible.

Our Neighbourhood Policing Team works closely with local retailers, store security teams, partner agencies and the wider community to identify offenders, gather evidence and target those responsible for causing the greatest harm to businesses. We recognise the impact that retail crime can have on retailers, employees and customers, and we are committed to reducing offending and protecting local businesses from repeat victimisation.

Through intelligence-led policing, targeted patrols and proactive engagement with retailers, we will focus our efforts on identifying prolific offenders and addressing emerging crime trends affecting shopping areas across Winstanley. By maintaining a visible presence and responding to community concerns, we aim to deter offending and improve confidence in local policing.

Where appropriate, we will seek Criminal Behaviour Orders (CBOs) and make use of other available powers to disrupt and manage persistent offenders. We will continue to work with retailers to improve crime prevention measures, share intelligence and support investigations that lead to successful prosecutions.

Enforcement outcomes, arrests, charges and successful court results will be shared through Bee in the Loop and our social media platforms to keep residents and businesses informed of the action being taken.

Through partnership working, proactive enforcement and ongoing engagement with local businesses, our priority is to reduce retail crime, bring offenders to justice and ensure Winstanley remains a safe and welcoming place to live, work and shop.

Anti-Social Behaviour and Green Spaces - Winstanley

Addressing anti-social behaviour and protecting our parks, green spaces and community areas remains a key priority within Winstanley. We understand the impact that anti-social behaviour can have on residents, families and visitors, affecting their ability to safely enjoy local amenities and outdoor spaces.

Our Neighbourhood Policing Team is working closely with Wigan Council, housing providers and other partner agencies to identify and tackle areas experiencing persistent anti-social behaviour. Through increased high-visibility patrols, targeted enforcement and community engagement, we aim to prevent issues from escalating and provide reassurance to local residents.

Particular focus will be placed on protecting Winstanley's parks, recreational areas, footpaths and other public spaces from nuisance behaviour, criminal damage, littering and environmental concerns. We are committed to ensuring these areas remain safe, welcoming and accessible for all members of the community.

We will continue to work with young people through engagement and diversionary activities where appropriate, whilst taking robust action against those who persistently engage in anti-social behaviour. Where necessary, enforcement powers and anti-social behaviour legislation will be utilised to protect local communities and tackle repeat offenders.

Information provided by residents plays a vital role in helping us identify emerging issues and direct resources to the areas most affected. We encourage the community to continue reporting concerns so that positive action can be taken.

Through partnership working, proactive problem-solving and targeted enforcement, our priority is to reduce anti-social behaviour, safeguard Winstanley's green spaces and improve the quality of life for all those who live, work and visit the area.