Police and Crime Commissioner for Suffolk Tim Passmore is pleased to report Suffolk Constabulary continues to put public engagement at the heart of its community policing model.
During Neighbourhood Policing Week, (w/c 15 June) the force is highlighting the positive work and achievements of neighbourhood policing across the constabulary.
This includes effective teamwork and contributions from community police officers, PCSOs and volunteers to identify the crime and anti-social behaviour issues that are affecting the public and enable targeted problem solving with partners. Plenty of this activity can be seen across the county on the force’s local social media Facebook and X accounts.
Tim Passmore said: "Local policing is at the very heart of what communities right across the county want to see.
“The policing model introduced back in 2023 has been a great success. I am really pleased with the results, and the feedback I have received from the public has been very positive.
"The increase in numbers of community policing officers seems to be particularly welcomed in the more remote rural areas which I wholeheartedly welcome; this really helps build trust and confidence.
"This all helps to maintain Suffolk's enviable position as one of the safest counties in which to live, work, travel and invest and long may that continue."
The changes to community policing in Suffolk, introduced in December 2023, were made in response to the rising and changing demands to the service and ensure the Constabulary continues to provide the best possible policing service.
ACC Alice Scott said: “Our neighbourhood policing offer to the public has been one of the stand-out successes of the organisation. Since our new operating model was introduced in December 2023, it’s been really satisfying seeing how it is now firmly embedded into the Suffolk community, where we prioritise public engagement and give the local community what they need from their police service.
“By building stronger relationships, understanding local priorities, and maintaining a consistent presence, our officers are helping people feel safer and more connected. This approach isn’t just about tackling crime — it’s about working alongside residents, partners and local organisations to create resilient, confident communities. The positive impact is clear: greater trust, better intelligence, and more effective, long-term solutions to the issues that matter most to our communities.”
As a reminder, Operation Spotlight, tackling anti-social behaviour (from June 2025 to March 2026), led to 262 arrests and anti social behaviour falling by 172 incidents compared to the previous year.
Additionally, one quick and effective way of staying upto date with what police activity is taking place where you live is to sign up to Suffolk Connected. This is a free community messaging service that, when you sign up, provides you with email updates about crime where you live or work, crime prevention advice and updates from your local neighbourhood policing team.
You’ll also have the opportunity to reply directly to your neighbourhood officers and have your say on local policing priorities. Since it was introduced at the start of October last year, 6,000 subscribers have signed up.