PCSO Monthly Ward Update Welcome to your August 2026 Updates: Crime statistics for the month: Vehicle Crime: 2 10/08: Orchid View- attempt break to vehicle 09/08: Larkfield Way- Stolen vehicle Burglary: 0 Criminal damage: 5 10/08: Lyminster Avenue: Brick through window 09/08: Maycroft Manor: broken vase 08/08: Braeside Avenue: Damage to fence 06/08: Warmdene Close: Damage to vehicle 04/08: Mackie Bowling Club: fire damage Significant Event: The fire to the bowling club occurred on 4th August at around 14:50pm. The area effected was a small amount of woodland behind the club. It is believed to have been started by a group of teenagers. However, we have no descriptions of the group. They had disappeared by the time officers had arrived on scene. The fire was put out quickly. We will continue to pay passing attention to the area. If anyone has any further information, please do not hesitate to contact us on 101. Our Priorities for the ongoing months will continue to be · The Irresponsible use of E Scooters. · Youth ASB- outside Ladies Mile Road and surrounding areas. Community Meetings: Our next community meeting will be held at The Old Boat Community Centre on Tuesday 22nd September. This will take place at 2pm. Councillor Anne Meadows will also be in attendance. Feel free to come along for a coffee and chat about any local issues. Dates to note: Patcham and Hollingburys DUCK FAYRE is this weekend. The date is Sunday 30h August 11am -1630. As always, I am sure this will be a fun packed day, lots of events and stalls. An excellent way to bring the community together. The weekend after on the 6th of September. 11am -1600. The Old Boat Community Centre will be hosting a family fun day. Lots of stalls, entertainment, food and goodies will be available. The Event is FREE to attend. Lastly, please do not forget the New Community Support HUB. The Old Boat Corner are introducing a new monthly support morning. This will take place on the last Wednesday of the month from 0930am – 1130am. You will be able to meet experts to ask about money, finance, family support, health and well-being, energy advice and digital support. No appointments are needed. Just show up on the day. This is a fantastic idea where you can pop along and get any of your questions answered. The café serves delicious coffees and cakes as well so why not get yourself down there for a treat or two. Stay safe, See you out and about | 
