Balham, Wandsworth

Current local priorities

• Priority 1 –Shoplifting/ Commercial Robbery There has been an increase in the number of shoplifters targeting commercial and retail stores in Balham. Officers have put together current and future operations to combat this as well aiming to provide high visibility patrols.
• Priority 2 -ASB - Anti-Social Behaviour (ASB) remains a key priority in Balham. Dedicated Ward Officers will conduct regular high-visibility patrols in areas identified by residents as experiencing persistent ASB, including Lochinvar Estate, Hildreth Mews, Hanson Close and Boundary House. These targeted patrols aim to deter nuisance behaviour, address community concerns, and provide reassurance to local residents.
• priority 3 -Theft from motor vehicle (TFMV) remains a priority across Balham, with a particular focus on the west side of the ward, where offences have been identified through crime reports, intelligence, and community feedback. Dedicated Ward Officers will carry out targeted patrols in locations most affected by vehicle crime, providing a visible presence to deter offenders and reassure residents.