Oakham & Rutland News: November 2026

03 November 2026

Rutland Police Call on Residents to Shape Local Policing Through New Confidence Survey

Rutland Police Call on Residents to Shape Local Policing Through New Confidence Survey

Rutland Police are asking residents a fundamental question: How safe do you feel in your neighbourhood?

To ensure local concerns are heard, the force is urging community members to move past comment sections and submit formal feedback through a short Confidence Survey.

The data collected from the survey is directly recorded, reviewed, and utilised by Liecestershire Police to help shape local policing strategies and priorities across Leicester, Leicestershire, and Rutland.

Leicestershire Police emphasise that community input plays a vital role in tackling the issues that matter most to residents.

Whether you want to highlight specific local concerns or provide feedback on neighborhood safety, your voice counts.

You can complete the survey online by visiting the

Rutland Police Confidence Survey

For more local news, community updates, and what's on in the area, visit: https://www.oakhamandrutlandnews.com/

Including Market Place, Market Street, Church Street, Crown Walk,

John Street, Melton Road and Deans Street and Gaol Street.

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Oakham And Rutland What's On Guide

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Rutland Christmas

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Oakham and Rutland Sports and Fitness Events News

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Rutland North Police Update: October 2026

Rutland North Police Update: October 2026

The latest Leicestershire Police e-newsletter for Rutland North details local policing priorities, community safety updates, and upcoming engagement events led by PC Bland and PCSO Lyall

Community Priorities & Action Taken

Using feedback from community consultations, surveys, and crime trend analyses, the Dedicated Neighbourhood Team concentrated their efforts on three core priorities throughout October:

Priority 1: Burglary

Police Action: The Rutland North Team actively tackled burglary-related offences via proactive patrols, intelligence-led activities, and community engagement

. Officers spoke directly with residents to offer practical crime prevention and home security advice

Priority 2: Road Safety

Police Action: Responding to concerns raised by residents, officers carried out targeted road safety operations, vehicle stops, and document checks

. Several vehicles were stopped and seized for offences including driving without insurance, unpaid vehicle tax, and suspected involvement in criminal activity, with investigations ongoing

Priority 3: Rural Crime

Police Action: PC Bland and PCSO Lyall conducted high-visibility patrols across vulnerable rural areas, farms, and isolated properties to deter theft and poaching

. Officers engaged heavily with landowners, farmers, and rural residents to provide reassurance, gather intelligence, and share crime prevention guidance

Crime Statistics for the Period

Recent data for Rutland North highlights the following figures:

0 Burglary-related offences
2 Reports of rural crime
1 Report of road safety

Crime Prevention Advice: Securing Your Home

With darker evenings settling in, the police remind residents to protect their properties by taking a few straightforward precautions

Ensuring all doors and windows are locked, even when at home

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Using light timer switches to create the appearance that a property is occupied

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Keeping valuables, car keys, and house keys completely out of sight

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Securing side gates, sheds, and garages

Residents are encouraged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious neighborhood activity

Upcoming Community Engagement
Beat Surgery: Meet the local team to discuss concerns or ask questions at the Essendine Village Hall on 25th November 2026 starting at 14:30

For more local news, community updates, and what's on in the area, visit: https://www.oakhamandrutlandnews.com/

Including Market Place, Market Street, Church Street, Crown Walk,

John Street, Melton Road and Deans Street and Gaol Street.

https://www.oakhamandrutlandnews.com/highstreetoakham

Discover Oakham High Street

Discover Oakham

https://www.oakhamandrutlandnews.com/discoveroakham

Discover Oakham Northgate Oakham Rutland

https://www.oakhamandrutlandnews.com/northgateoakham

Oakham And Rutland What's On Guide

https://www.oakhamandrutlandnews.com/OakhamandRutlandWhatsOn

Rutland Christmas

https://www.oakhamandrutlandnews.com/rutlandchristmas

Oakham and Rutland Sports and Fitness Events News

https://www.oakhamandrutlandnews.com/rutland-sports-and-fitness

Stay Connected with LGBTQ+ Gay Oakham Rutland News Events Advice and Support

https://www.oakhamandrutlandnews.com/OakhamandRutlandLGBTQ

Road Closures Rutland Highways

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Job Vacancies Oakham Rutland

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South Rutland Police Beat Engagements Announced for November

South Rutland Police Beat Engagements Announced for November

Residents living across South Rutland can look forward to upcoming opportunities to connect with local law enforcement. PC McKinnon has announced the November beat engagement schedule for villages across the region, inviting community members to stop by with questions, concerns, or simply to say hello.

Covered Villages

The outreach efforts serve a wide array of South Rutland communities, including:
Ayston, Barrowden, Belton, Bisbrooke, Braunston, and Brooke
Caldecott, Edith Weston, Empingham, Glaston, Gunthorpe, and Ketton
Lyddington, Lyndon, Manton, Morcott, Normanton, and North Luffenham
South Luffenham, Pilton, Preston, Ridlington, Seaton, and Stoke Dry
Thorpe by Water, Tinwell, Tixover, Wardley, and Wing

November Schedule

Wednesday, 25th November (10:00 AM – 11:00 AM): Ketton Parish Council Offices
Staying Connected

PC McKinnon encourages locals to approach officers whenever they are out in the community, whether residents need assistance, support, advice, or a quick chat.

For more local news, community updates, and what's on in the area, visit: https://www.oakhamandrutlandnews.com/

Including Market Place, Market Street, Church Street, Crown Walk,

John Street, Melton Road and Deans Street and Gaol Street.

https://www.oakhamandrutlandnews.com/highstreetoakham

Discover Oakham High Street

Discover Oakham

https://www.oakhamandrutlandnews.com/discoveroakham

Discover Oakham Northgate Oakham Rutland

https://www.oakhamandrutlandnews.com/northgateoakham

Oakham And Rutland What's On Guide

https://www.oakhamandrutlandnews.com/OakhamandRutlandWhatsOn

Rutland Christmas

https://www.oakhamandrutlandnews.com/rutlandchristmas

Oakham and Rutland Sports and Fitness Events News

https://www.oakhamandrutlandnews.com/rutland-sports-and-fitness

Stay Connected with LGBTQ+ Gay Oakham Rutland News Events Advice and Support

https://www.oakhamandrutlandnews.com/OakhamandRutlandLGBTQ

Road Closures Rutland Highways

https://www.oakhamandrutlandnews.com/RutlandTravelUpdates

Discover Opportunities with

Oakham And Rutland News

Job Vacancies Oakham Rutland

https://www.oakhamandrutlandnews.com/jobs

Oakham & Barleythorpe Police Update: October 2026

Oakham & Barleythorpe Police Update: October 2026

The latest Leicestershire Police e-newsletter for Oakham and Barleythorpe highlights local policing efforts, community priorities, and crime prevention advice for the autumn and winter months

Community Priorities & Action Taken

Based on local surveys, community consultations, and crime trend analysis, the Dedicated Neighbourhood Team focused on three main priorities during October

Priority 1: Anti-Social Behaviour (ASB)

The Concern: Residents noted that ASB was becoming more frequent in certain areas of Oakham and Barleythorpe

Police Action: The Oakham Beat Team teamed up with the Safer Streets Team, Community Safety Team, and response officers from Melton Mowbray to patrol identified hotspot areas

. Through joint patrols, community engagement, and targeted interventions, several perpetrators were identified and dealt with accordingly

. Official statistics for the month recorded 2 reports of anti-social behaviour

Priority 2: Road Safety

The Concern: Speeding vehicles and a lack of adherence to 30mph zones were flagged as key issues

Police Action: The Oakham Beat Team and response officers conducted targeted patrols, vehicle stops, and intelligence-led activities

. Consequently, multiple vehicles were seized for offences including drug-related activity, lack of insurance, and vehicle excise duty (tax) violations, with several investigations remaining ongoing

. The newsletter noted 0 reports under this specific safety metric for the period

Priority 3: Drug Dealing and Taking

The Concern: Reports of drug activity in and around the local area

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Police Action: Officers used targeted patrols, intelligence-led operations, and proactive policing throughout October, leading to several suspect identifications and arrests for drug offences