HAVE YOU THOUGHT ABOUT STARTING A HOMEWATCH GROUP?
The primary purpose of a Homewatch Group is to increase personal safety and security by encouraging a sense of community amongst neighbours.
The way you do this is up to you… even just knowing that a Homewatch Scheme exists can give neighbours a greater sense of belonging. We strongly encourage the creation of a messaging group (such as WhatsApp or a Messenger Group) to allow residents to communicate with each other easily and quickly. Email can also be used as an alternative.
It’s a great way to get to know your neighbours and create a sense of community. You’ll also receive lots of advice about keeping yourself and your property safe and how to avoid scams.
WHAT SUPPORT DO GROUPS GET?
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We can let you know about other neighbourhood groups in your area and put you in touch (if you want)
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We can pass on information from your local Neighbourhood Policing team and put you in touch (if you want)
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You will get introductory information for your members including No Cold Calling stickers
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You get newsletters with relevant advice / information on keeping yourself and your neighbours safe
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You have the option to attend meetings with other group organisers and local Police representatives
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If your group is large enough (more than 10 houses) we can provide you with Southport Homewatch lamp post signs. (This is a visible sign that neighbours care about each other and there is evidence that they can reduce opportunistic crimes.)
ALREADY GOT A WHATSAPP OR FACEBOOK GROUP? - WHY NOT LINK UP WITH US?
HOW DOES IT WORK?
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You tell us how big your group is and what area it covers
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It’s still your group – you know who the members are, you don’t tell us
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You run your group in the way you want (we will provide a basic set of guidelines)
HOW DO I SIGN-UP?
Get in touch with us and we will arrange a face to face chat to talk about setting up your scheme and what materials / support we can provide for you.
Email: contact@southporthomewatch.org.uk or use our contact form here