Spennymoor (Spennymoor) — Neighbourhood Policing Team
Local policing team in the Durham Constabulary area: contact routes, current priorities and public events.
Contact the team
In an emergency always call 999. For non-emergencies call 101 or use Durham Constabulary's online reporting.
Recorded crime — June 2026
72 street-level crimes recorded within this team’s boundary.
Compared with May 2026 (85): ▼ 13 (15%) lower. Recorded-crime counts fluctuate month to month.
- Violence and sexual offences20 · 28%
- Anti-social behaviour14 · 19%
- Criminal damage and arson11 · 15%
- Shoplifting11 · 15%
- Public order4 · 6%
- Other theft3 · 4%
- Burglary2 · 3%
- Possession of weapons2 · 3%
Street-level open data from data.police.uk (Open Government Licence v3.0), counted within this team’s official boundary. Locations on data.police.uk are approximate — snapped to anonymised map points near where each crime occurred — so figures are a guide, not an exact address-level count. Captured 2026-08-08.
What happened to reported crimes — June 2026
94 recorded outcomes logged within this team’s boundary.
- Unable to prosecute suspect50 · 53%
- Investigation complete; no suspect identified26 · 28%
- Awaiting court outcome13 · 14%
- Local resolution4 · 4%
- Action to be taken by another organisation1 · 1%
Recorded outcomes from data.police.uk (Open Government Licence v3.0). A crime and its outcome can fall in different months, so these do not map one-to-one onto the crime counts above. Captured 2026-08-09.
Current priorities
Ongoing ASB issues in Princess Court. Residents have complained that people who appear to be under the influence of drugs/alcohol are knocking on residents doors and windows, ordering takeaway food to be delivered to residents that have not ordered food and being a general nuisance in the area, causing residents anxiety.
Continued monitoring by Police and Livin including regular visits to residents. 03/07/25 - *UPDATE* Over the last few weeks PCSO 6047 Stephenson and Al;an Tubman have been speaking to residents in Princess Court. A number of residents have outlined their concerns relating to ASB connected with a small number of properties in the area. A document of reported incidents since January has been submitted to Livin and Police are working closely with Livin. Positive action will be taken on individuals causing problems in the community on those who continue to cause disruption in this area. The ASB Officer for Durham County Council has also been made aware of the issues. Please report any issues to Police non emergency number 101, or 999 if immediate Police response is required. *UPDATE* on 26/02/26 LIVIN Housing have evicted a resident from Princess Court. This address was part of the concerns and issues residents had raised. 05-05-2026 - PCSO 6047 has attended 20 Princess Court and spoke with Charles SHIRLEY, he was with his 2 friends Jeff and Kieth. SHIRLEY stated that he seen ALLISON the same morning walking past around 10:30am. on 24th APRIL 2026 ALLISON pleaded guilty and appears at AYCLIFFE COURT on 26/05/26 to be sentenced.
Set: 2026-04-22
Local shops being targeted by shoplifters
An updated photo board has been provided to local shops
Set: 2026-04-22
Public events & surgeries
PACT Meeting
2026-07-29 · Spennymoor Town Council, 14 High Street, Spennymoor
PACT Meetings (Police and Communities Together) offer you the opportunity to discuss any issues or problems you maybe experiencing within your community
PACT. Meeting
2026-08-26 · Spennymoor Town Hall, 14 High street
PACT ( Police and Communities Together) offer you the opportunity to discuss any issues or problems you are experiencing within your community
PACT Meeting
2026-09-23 · Spennymoor Town Council, 14 High Street, Spennymoor
Pact meetings (Police and Communities Together)
PACT Meeting
2026-10-21 · Spennymoor Town Hall, 14 High Street
PACT ( Police and Communities Together) offer you the opportunity to discuss any issues or problems you may be experiencing within your community
PACT Meeting
2026-11-18 · Spennymoor Town Hall, 14 High street
PACT ( Police and Communities Together ) offer you the opportunity to discuss any issues or problems you maybe experiencing within your community
Event listings reflect the last data refresh — check the official team page before attending.
Nearby teams in Durham Constabulary
- Spennymoor (Middlestone Moor)
- Spennymoor (Low Spennymoor)
- Spennymoor (Tudhoe)
- Bishop Auckland (East)
- Crook (Willington)
- Spennymoor (Ferryhill Town/Dean Bank)
Source: data.police.uk API · Licensed under Open Government Licence v3.0 · Fetched 2026-07-13. BlueLineHub is independent and not affiliated with Durham Constabulary.