New crime survey launched in Leicestershire to gauge public opinion on crime and anti-social behaviour

A new online survey is being launched by Leicestershire’s civilian police chief to gauge local public opinion on crime and anti-social behaviour.

The study asks residents across Harborough and throughout the county about their personal experience of crime.

People are also being asked if they feel that “community safety” is getting better or worse in their neighbourhood.

The questionnaire is open to residents aged 16 and over.

It’s been developed by Leicestershire Police and Crime Commissioner Lord Willy Bach in partnership with the Violence Reduction Network and Community Safety Partnerships across Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland (LLR).

Respondents are also asked to provide feedback on how satisfied they are with the emergency services locally and if they were a victim of crime recently whether they reported the incident to police.

The information gathered will be used to improve community safety across the LLR area and prevent crime and anti-social behaviour.

The survey will be conducted annually to enable the Commissioner and partners to better understand changes in the levels and types of crime and anti-social behaviour being experienced by local people over time.

Lord Bach, a former mayor of Lutterworth and Harborough district councillor, said: "Good or bad - we want to hear your views on crime and anti-social behaviour and whether you feel enough is being done to address your safety concerns and those of your friends and neighbours.

"I want to connect with local people to understand the way they feel about policing and crime in general.

“This is an excellent opportunity to make your voice heard - and I encourage everyone to take a few minutes to complete this survey."

The survey is open until Friday October 23.

If you would like to part in it and give your views then visit: https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/GG6H5R6