FAQ
Is there a neighbourhood watch (NHW) scheme in my area?
Contact our administrator Linda Kempton via email: neighbourhood@spelthorne.gov.uk or phone 01784 446420
How is NHW funded?
By the local Crime and Disorder Reduction Partnership officially funded by Spelthorne Council / Surrey County Council/ Surrey Police. The money given to us covers the cost of our part time administrator whose main duties are:
- setting up new watches
- supporting current watches
- collection of watch information
- the focal point for all queries
We are also grateful to the other businesses that you can see on the bottom of this page for the support they provide.
How do we start a street NHW?
Contact our administrator Linda Kempton via email: neighbourhood@spelthorne.gov.uk or phone 01784 446420
What is a NHW co-ordinator?
Someone from your street who gives some of their time to dissemination of information. Like current threats , warnings, and advice to their NHW street members
What do NHW schemes do?
Unify communities, create awareness and promote a safer neighbourhood.
Who is my street co-ordinator?
Contact our administrator Linda Kempton via email: neighbourhood@spelthorne.gov.uk or phone 01784 446420
Is it correct as a member of NHW I am able to get a discount on my home insurance?
Shop around, as some companies give 5% or so discount to NHW members. You will have to ask some about this discount.
Do we get street signs and is there a cost?
Normally on start up of a watch one/two signs are given free. There is no cost to be a member. However some schemes do raise/ maintain funds to assist their watch.
Are there any other ways of raising funds for NHW?
The steering group has a borough-wide scheme to collect unwanted mobile phones and spent ink cartridges for re-cycling.
We welcome initiatives from members to fund their own watch, e.g. for meetings, additional signs and printing material for non-it households.
Please click here for further information, including bequests.
Why is neighbourhood watch needed?
To make a stand on safety and security for the area we live in. We can all play a role by looking out for each other and reporting suspicious activity to the police.
Linda will help Co-ordinators with any queries. Just call on 01784-446420
