Leicester Forest East Neighbourhood Watch

Hello and welcome to Leicester Forest East Neighbourhood Watch.
Neighbourhood Watch is run in conjunction with the Police and the Home Office, but it is not actually run by them. Each individual group is independent and run by volunteers, although in some cases, like Leicester Forest East, there is a salaried person co-ordinating the groups. Generally, Neighbourhood Watch groups are set up to cut crime and prevent opportunities for criminals, also to support victims of crime and to encourage community spirit.

Leicester Forest East Neighbourhood Watch is in quite a fortunate position, because we are able to start almost from scratch. There are some small existing Neighbourhood Watch schemes covering areas such as one or two streets, and occasionally some Neighbourhood Watch signs, but largely, Leicester Forest East residents did not have access to Neighbourhood Watch. This means that residents can really shape what Neighbourhood Watch does and how it operates. It is our intention that LFE Neighbourhood Watch will become so much more than just a crime prevention scheme; we hope that ultimately Neighbourhood Watch will be an important part of life in LFE, and will help create a sense of community and village identity for Leicester Forest East, especially since we have recently been awarded village status.

Being involved in Neighbourhood Watch does not have to be time consuming. Your role could be as simple as keeping an eye out for your neighbours, reading the newsletter and attending the occasional meeting. Although, should you wish, you could become much more involved, and perhaps even become a local co-ordinator for your area of the Parish. Your level of involvement will be entirely up to you and you will never be pressurised into anything you don't want to do.

Please browse through the documents below and do not hesitate to contact the parish office should you need any more information.

Membership Form

If you would like to join LFE Neighbourhood Watch, please fill out the membership form and return it to LFE NHW, LFE Parish Council, 23 Seymour Way, LFE, LE3 3LY, or email it to lfeneighbourhoodwatch@googlemail.com. Your details will never be sold or shared with anyone outside of Neighbourhood Watch

LFE Neighbourhood Watch Incident Report Form

If you witness a crime or an incidence of anti-social behaviour, you should report it to the police and, if applicable, the anti-social behaviour team at Blaby District Council. (Ask for Steve Parker or Sandra Wooding on 0116 2750555). You should also report it to the Neighbourhood Watch Coordinator using this form to make sure that your neighbours are aware of the situation and able to take any necessary action. Having a record of incidents in the Parish will also help us liaise with the police and the anti-social behaviour team to ensure that all reported incidents are followed up.

Getting involved

You've joined LFE Neighbourhood Watch - now what? Details of what you can do help this month

Summary of LFE Neighbourhood Watch Meeting 25the September 2008

Streets participating in Neighbourhood Watch so far

Invitation to join Neighbourhood Watch leaflet

This leaflet can be printed out and distributed amongst your neighbours to encourage them to join. If you would like paper copies, please contact the Neighbourhood Watch Coordinator on 07504697608 or email lfeneighbourhoodwatch@googlemail.com

Public Poster

This poster advertising Neighbourhood Watch can be printed out and displayed on your property. If you would like paper copies please contact the Neighbourhood Watch Coordinator on 07504697608 or email lfeneighbourhoodwatch@googlemail.com

Minutes of the NHW Meeting - 7.10.08