A look back at 2025, we would like to thank our community for your continued support throughout 2025:
Here are just some highlights from the year:
• 7,300+ incidents reported and responded to.
• Numerous warrants carried out.
• High number of arrests, with a strong focus on shoplifting to protect local businesses.
• Police drone deployed regularly, helping locate missing persons and identify off-road bikes linked to anti-social behaviour.
• Multiple partner agencies engaged to support problem-solving and safeguarding across the town.
• From a Neighbourhood Policing Team perspective, we have made over 100 arrests, conducted 88 stop searches and resolved over 60% of crimes.
• The Knife Angel arriving in Newton Aycliffe, bringing the sculpture to County Durham for the very first time. Children from schools across the counties visited and received talks on knife crime.
• Every Primary and Secondary School engaged with by Neighbourhood Officers.
None of this would be possible without the dedication of our officers, police staff and the co-operation of residents and businesses across Newton Aycliffe.
As we move into 2026, we remain committed to keeping Newton Aycliffe safe. Thank you again for supporting your local police in 2025, have a safe and Happy New Year.
PCSO Steven Kipling.