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We are the largest volunteer-led crime prevention charity in the country, working in communities to support them in being safer, more resilient places to live. We provide resources, projects and networks that support volunteers and communities to work together to prevent crime, raise awareness around safety initiatives and community resilience, and connect neighbourhoods.

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Find your local group

It's as simple as putting your postcode into the map tool, and finding where your local Neighbourhood Watch group is - it might be nearer than you think! If there isn't a group near to you, you can sign up as a member and register to start your own.

Find your local NW group

Crime prevention advice

We offer advice and information on a wide range of crime types, including burglary, antisocial behaviour, harassment, rural crimes, and more.

Our toolkits provide a wealth of valuable information to homeowners and volunteers. They cover a range of traditional and modern crimes, and include expert guidance on spotting the signs, prevention techniques and where to turn, should you be a victim of crime.

Find crime prevention information

Our impact in local communities

With over 65,000+ active volunteers across England and Wales, our volunteers have been making a difference to their communities for over 40 years.

As well as crime prevention, our charity works to connect communities and bring neighbours together - it is well known that connected communities are more resilient, and local residents feel safer as a result. Read on to explore the impact of our work in local communities.

Read impact stories from our members and volunteers.

Volunteer with us

We are so thankful for our dedicated volunteers and the work that they do to support their communities. We have various options for you to become a volunteer with us, from long-term opportunities such as our Cyberhood Watch Ambassador roles, to shorter-term options, such as getting involved with a summer street fair.

As a volunteer with us, you will get support and crime prevention resources, opportunities to connect with other volunteers, and our monthly digital newsletter.

Volunteer with Neighbourhood Watch

Volunteer with us!

Make a difference in your community - become a NW volunteer

At Neighbourhood Watch, we are so thankful to our dedicated volunteers and the work that they do to support their local communities. There are various options for you to become a volunteer with us, from long term opportunities to shorter term ones, in specific volunteer roles, if that suits you better. As a Neighbourhood Watch volunteer, you will receive support, opportunities to connect with other volunteers, and bespoke resources in our monthly Volunteer News newsletter.

Volunteers also have access to our Knowledge Hub, an online platform jam packed with guidance and resources for Volunteers, including support on growing and maintaining local groups. The volunteer forum also gives volunteers the space to ask questions of, and learn from, other volunteers.

Become a NW volunteer

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Support our campaign

Avoid the heartbreak of romance fraud

Romance fraud is when scammers use an apparent (but false) romantic connection or relationship to lure their victims into a false sense of security. before tricking them into giving them money, or information which helps them steal money from them.

Scammers slowly gain the victim’s trust before asking them for money, or obtaining enough personal details to steal their identity. If the scammer successfully persuades their victim to lend or give them money, they will usually come back with further reasons for needing more. Sometimes, the victim is asked to pass money from another country through their account – this may be money laundering.

It can take months for a scammer to build a ‘relationship’ with their victim, building false feelings of trust and even love. There is no shame in being a victim of romance fraud, and the impact can be very negative for the victim. Don’t have your heart broken by a scammer…

Learn to spot the signs of romance fraud

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Volunteer with us!

Make a difference in your community - become a NW volunteer

At Neighbourhood Watch, we are so thankful to our dedicated volunteers and the work that they do to support their local communities. There are various options for you to become a volunteer with us, from long term opportunities to shorter term ones, in specific volunteer roles, if that suits you better. As a Neighbourhood Watch volunteer, you will receive support, opportunities to connect with other volunteers, and bespoke resources in our monthly Volunteer News newsletter.

Volunteers also have access to our Knowledge Hub, an online platform jam packed with guidance and resources for Volunteers, including support on growing and maintaining local groups. The volunteer forum also gives volunteers the space to ask questions of, and learn from, other volunteers.

Become a NW volunteer

Support our campaign

Avoid the heartbreak of romance fraud

Romance fraud is when scammers use an apparent (but false) romantic connection or relationship to lure their victims into a false sense of security. before tricking them into giving them money, or information which helps them steal money from them.

Scammers slowly gain the victim’s trust before asking them for money, or obtaining enough personal details to steal their identity. If the scammer successfully persuades their victim to lend or give them money, they will usually come back with further reasons for needing more. Sometimes, the victim is asked to pass money from another country through their account – this may be money laundering.

It can take months for a scammer to build a ‘relationship’ with their victim, building false feelings of trust and even love. There is no shame in being a victim of romance fraud, and the impact can be very negative for the victim. Don’t have your heart broken by a scammer…

Learn to spot the signs of romance fraud

Volunteer with us!

Make a difference in your community - become a NW volunteer

At Neighbourhood Watch, we are so thankful to our dedicated volunteers and the work that they do to support their local communities. There are various options for you to become a volunteer with us, from long term opportunities to shorter term ones, in specific volunteer roles, if that suits you better. As a Neighbourhood Watch volunteer, you will receive support, opportunities to connect with other volunteers, and bespoke resources in our monthly Volunteer News newsletter.

Volunteers also have access to our Knowledge Hub, an online platform jam packed with guidance and resources for Volunteers, including support on growing and maintaining local groups. The volunteer forum also gives volunteers the space to ask questions of, and learn from, other volunteers.

Become a NW volunteer