(CA1) Woodside Ward
Your local Neighbourhood Policing Team works to prevent crime and anti-social behaviour in this area. They also respond to issues or concerns, conduct regular patrols and hold surgeries to share crime prevention advice.
Other units also work in this area, responding to emergency calls (Response) and investigating crimes (Crime Investigation Department).
Your local contactable officer is listed as PC Sam Symons below, you can also contact us via our website or call 101.
If it is an emergency, you should always call 999.

Matthew Hardy
Sergeant

Sam Symons
Police Constable

Simon Cooper
Inspector - Neighbourhood Police Team
Local Priority Issues
| Priority | Action taken |
|---|---|
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Tackle nuisance e-scooters and bicycles being used on pavements in Callowland and Leggatts wards. Issued 01 January 2026 |
Residents will see their dedicated team of PCs and PCSOs working alongside partners to address the issue, through an increased police presence, engagement events and targeted enforcement. Actioned 01 January 2026 |
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Reduce anti-social behaviour around St Albans Road, Bushey Mill Lane and Hemming Way. Issued 01 January 2026 |
Residents will see their dedicated team of PCs and PCSOs working alongside partners to address the issue, through an increased police presence, engagement events and targeted enforcement. Actioned 01 January 2026 |
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Address speeding and nuisance vehicle use in the Callowland and Leggatts wards. Issued 01 January 2026 |
Residents will see their dedicated team of PCs and PCSOs working alongside partners to address the issue, through an increased police presence and targeted enforcement. Actioned 01 January 2026 |
What members in (CA1) Woodside Ward are saying are the issues in the area:
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