Anti-Social Behaviour (ASB)

Location:
The Triangle

Describe the issue & its affects:
We have seen reports of ASB and street drinking in the Triangle area of Bournemouth, causing nuisance to local businesses and the community

What action will you take to tackle the issue:

- High visibility and plain clothes patrols.
- Community contact point.
- Robust enforcement of legislation.
- Use of stop and search and section 35 dispersal notices.
- Engagement with partner agencies such as ASB team, CSAS and environmental services.

Issued 01 October 2026

October update:
- This is a newly refreshed priority for the area and updates will follow.

Actioned 01 January 2027

Drug Dealing

Location:
Suffolk Road and Upper Gardens

Describe the issue & its affects:
We have seen an increase in reports of drug dealing in the area, causing frustration to the local community. The impact of drug dealing are well documented, particularly the effects on the vulnerable drug users.

What action will you take to tackle the issue:

- High and plain clothes patrols.
- Engagement with support services such as we are with you and St Mungos.
- Utilising powers such as stop and search, and section 35 dispersal notices.
- Robust enforcement for those found to be committing crimes.

Issued 01 October 2026

October update:
- This is a newly refreshed priority for the area and updates will follow

Actioned 01 January 2027

Retail Crime

Location:
Queens Road

Describe the issue & its affects:
We have seen an increase in shoplifting in the Queens Road area of Bournemouth, impacting local retailers.

What action will you take to tackle the issue:
- Hi-visibility patrols.
- Engagement with the effected premises.
- Positive action when suspects are identified.
- Utilise criminal and civil legislation to bring offenders to justice.

Issued 01 October 2026

October update:
- This is a newly refreshed priority for the area and updates will follow

Actioned 01 January 2027