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I've been scammed, who can help me?
There is an abandoned vehicle in my community
I am having problems with my neighbours!
I am worried about drugs and drug taking
I have a problem with dogs or other animals in my community
I am being bullied and discriminated against
There are speeding vehicles in my community
There is graffiti and fly tipping in my community

About My Safer Bournemouth

This site is an information and signposting gateway where the communities of Bournemouth can access information, and practical assistance on responding to issues in their community. Each section will inform users on how to report, what information is needed, what will happen and where additional help and support can be found.

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Issues in our community

Who can I tell? Where can I get help? What will they need? What will they do?

image of potential Anti Social Behaviour

What to do if experiencing antisocial behaviour in your community

How to address the issue"What to do if experiencing antisocial behaviour in your community"
Lady on phone with card being scammed

Dealing with Phone Scams

How to address the issue"Dealing with Phone Scams"
Image of a dog biting a mans arm

Dog related issues

How to address the issue"Dog related issues"
grafiti in boscombe

Dealing with Graffiti in your community

How to address the issue"Dealing with Graffiti in your community"
Fly tipping in kinson

Dealing with Fly Tipping

How to address the issue"Dealing with Fly Tipping"
Speeding vehicles

Addressing speeding vehicles in your community

How to address the issue"Addressing speeding vehicles in your community"
BULLYING AND DISCRIMINATION

Worried about or experiencing bullying, intimidation or threats?

How to address the issue"Worried about or experiencing bullying, intimidation or threats?"
What to do if been scammed or how to avoid being avictim

Scams, what to do if you think you have been a victim

How to address the issue"Scams, what to do if you think you have been a victim"
Abandoned vehicles

What to do about abandoned vehicles

How to address the issue"What to do about abandoned vehicles"
Images of drug misuse

Worried or suspect drug activity in the community?

How to address the issue"Worried or suspect drug activity in the community?"
Social media bullying

Actions to take if experiencing bullying through social media

How to address the issue"Actions to take if experiencing bullying through social media"
Tackling neighbourhood disputes

What to do if experiencing neighbourhood disputes

How to address the issue"What to do if experiencing neighbourhood disputes"

WATCH OUT FOR THIS…

Criminals are using the cost of living crisis to scam the public – don’t become a victim

Energy Bill Rebates – Between September 1, 2022 and November 13, 2022 Action Fraud received over 350 reports relating to fake text messages and emails purporting to be from the UK Government. The messages state that the recipient is “owed” or “eligible” for an energy bill discount as part of the Energy Bill Support Scheme.

Although the content of messages can vary, a significant number of emails are titled “Are you Eligible to Apply for Energy Bill Rebate” or “Government energy rebate scheme”, with a header in the email body stating “E.ON: Gas and electricity supplier”. Some emails include the Ofgem logo in an attempt to legitimise the correspondence. Read more follow this link to Action Fraud>>

Latest News and Information

Update- wanted Bournemouth man arrested

June 2, 2023

Officers searching for wanted Bournemouth man Samual Peter Jordan can confirm he has been located. The 24-year-old was wanted on prison recall after failing to comply with the terms...

Find out more"Update- wanted Bournemouth man arrested"

Financial orders secured against convicted Dorset drugs gang

May 26, 2023

Officers have secured court orders to recover more than £150,000 from six men who were sentenced as part of a drug supply conspiracy in Dorset. The defendants were sentenced...

Find out more"Financial orders secured against convicted Dorset drugs gang"

Have you secured your email account?

May 24, 2023

Why are email accounts so important? Your emails contain a lot of information about you, so it’s crucial you make your email password strong. If criminals get into your...

Find out more"Have you secured your email account?"

Protecting Your Digital Footprint

May 22, 2023

Every time you use visit a website, send or receive a message or email, buy or book anything online, comment on a post, upload a photo or find directions...

Find out more"Protecting Your Digital Footprint"

Dorset Police take part in national knife crime initiative

May 15, 2023

Operation Sceptre, a national initiative to tackle knife crime, will run from Monday 15 to Sunday 21 May 2023. All 43 police forces and the British Transport Police (BTP)...

Find out more"Dorset Police take part in national knife crime initiative"

Dorset remains the sixth safest area in the country latest crime statistics show

April 28, 2023

Dorset remains the sixth safest area in the country after experiencing a rise in crime markedly lower than other parts of England and Wales. The Office for National Statistics...

Find out more"Dorset remains the sixth safest area in the country latest crime statistics show"
David Sidwick PCC for Dorset

National Stalking Awareness Week, message from Dorset PCC

April 25, 2023

This week is National Stalking Awareness Week. Stalking and Harassment are particularly destructive, and I’ve listened to some appalling accounts from victims about the impact it has had on...

Find out more"National Stalking Awareness Week, message from Dorset PCC"

Appeal for information following scam in Bournemouth

April 19, 2023

Officers are issuing a warning to the public and appealing for information following a scam in Bournemouth. The victim, a man aged in his 20s, arranged to sell his...

Find out more"Appeal for information following scam in Bournemouth"
David Sidwick PCC for Dorset

Remembering to #ShopKind

April 14, 2023

Next week is #ShopKind week, a joint Home Office and Crime Stoppers campaign that encourages kindness to retail workers. Violence against shopworkers is a real concern, it is utterly...

Find out more"Remembering to #ShopKind"

Our Latest Podcast

My Safer Bournemouth · My Safer Bournemouth April 2023 Podcast

Scams – please don’t be a victim

Below are just a few facts - the amount and level of scams is endless and everyday a new scam is developed to try and trick you out of your money.

66%

of adults in the UK regularly targeted by scammers

54%

Of scams were fake deliveries or parcels

41%

of scams pretended to be from the government or council

12%

Were by someone offering a quick rich or fake investment scheme

Quick links to report

Quickly access these organisations online reporting pages

Dorset Police

You can report to Dorset Police via Do It Online...

BCP Council

BCP ( Bournemouth Christchurch Poole)  Council supporting local residents BCP...

Crimestoppers

Give information anonymously Crimestoppers are an independent charity that gives...

Action Fraud

ActionFraud is the UK’s national fraud and cyber crime reporting...

Bournemouth Virtual NHW

More help and support

These organisations can also provide help and support

Action Fraud The National fraud and cybercrime reporting centre

Action Fraud

ActionFraud is the UK’s national fraud and cyber crime reporting centre. They provide a central point of contact for information about fraud and cyber crime. The easiest way to report fraud and cyber crime is by using thier online reporting tool. Follow think link...

Get more information
Dorset Alert Sign up to receive notifications of crimes and incidents

Dorset Alert

Information on crime, antisocial behaviour, community events and more Dorset Alert is a two way community messaging system operated by Dorset Police, which allows us to exchange information with you by email or phone at no cost to you.The system is designed to allow...

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ASB help panel link

ASB HELP

ASB Help is a registered charity in England and Wales set up to provide advice and support to victims of anti-social behaviour. ASB Help aims to provide information and advice to interested parties and members of the public involved with and suffering from anti-social behaviour. We...

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Crime Stoppers Your call will not be traced, and is totally confidential

Crimestoppers

Give information anonymously Crimestoppers are an independent charity that gives people the power to speak up and stop crime – 100% anonymously. When you contact them , your anonymity is guaranteed – whether you choose to contact them on 0800 555 111 or by...

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Bobby Van Dorset

The Bobby Van

Securing your property The service is free of charge and aimed at reducing crime and the fear of crime, helping people to feel safe and secure in their own homes. The aim of the Bobby Van is to reduce the level of domestic burglary...

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Office of the Dorset PCC

Dorset PCC

The overarching role of the PCC is to deliver an effective and efficient police service in Dorset. This will be achieved by holding the Force to account on behalf of local people. he PCC is supported in undertaking these duties by staff in the Office...

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Access to food map

The access to food map is made with information gathered and shared through the partnership. This map shows the variety of community food support and what is available throughout Bournemouth Christchurch and Poole, and how you can access it.

Dorset Victim Support

Dorset Victim Support

Victim Support give emotional and practical help to people who have been affected by crime...

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We're responsible for making sure that Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole residents are protected against illegal trading.

BCP Trading Standards

We're responsible for making sure that Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole residents are protected against illegal...

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Dorset Police Crime map

Dorset Police Crime Map

Explore the latest crime statistics, find the force responsible in any area, read about how...

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Our Partner Organisations

Working together for a safer Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole

For a limited time, eligible Bournemouth residents can access advice and energy saving items to cut home energy bills.

Find a warm welcome space

Find friendly, warm spaces in your local community where you can meet others, take part in activities, get a warm drink or meal, or spend some quiet time away from your home. check the Warm Welcome Website.

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION

  • Update- wanted Bournemouth man arrested
  • Financial orders secured against convicted Dorset drugs gang
  • Have you secured your email account?
  • Protecting Your Digital Footprint
  • Dorset Police take part in national knife crime initiative
  • Dorset remains the sixth safest area in the country latest crime statistics show

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In memory of Paul Payne

You helped make Bournemouth a safer place to live.

About My Safer Bournemouth

This site has been developed by North Bournemouth Crime Prevention Panel who are the main umbrella organization for community safety and crime prevention in the Bournemouth area and beyond. It initiates projects as well as acting as a catalyst for other agencies, within the partnership of crime prevention and community safety.

ABOUT THE STATISTICS 

Stats on this site are from Police UK >> and refer to the Town of Bournemouth only and not the BCP area

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