Safer Wakefield City Watch is a city-wide security initiative dedicated to making Wakefield a safer place for businesses, residents, and visitors.
This collaborative scheme is led by Wakefield BID in partnership with Wakefield Council, and the Yorkshire Business Crime Network (YBCN).
By working together, we are strengthening crime prevention efforts, improving communication, and providing real-time security solutions.
What It Offers
- Instant Communication – Businesses stay connected via a digital radio network, linking them with police, Wakefield BID, and security partners in real-time.
- Alert System – Access offender galleries, submit reports, receive security alerts, and participate in crime prevention schemes.
- Crime Intelligence & Analytics – Get insights into crime trends, repeat offenders, and anti-social behaviour patterns to help protect your business.
- PoCouncil Collaboration – Work alongside local authorities to tackle retail crime effectively.
- Regular Updates & Briefings – Stay informed about key threats and security strategies through meetings and reports.
Why Join?
✅ Protect Your Business – Reduce shoplifting and anti-social behaviour.
✅ Real-Time Alerts – Get instant updates on incidents affecting the city centre.
✅ Exclusive Crime Intelligence – Access tools to track offenders and prevent repeat crime.
✅ Part of a Stronger Network – Be part of a community working together for a safer Wakefield.
Who’s Supporting Safer Wakefield City Watch?
Safer Wakefield City Watch is proudly supported by:
How to Get Involved
Interested in joining Safer Wakefield City Watch?
We’d love to discuss how this initiative can help protect your business. Get in touch with us, and our team will guide you through the process, answer your questions, and help you get set up.
Email us at saferwakefield@wakefieldbid.co.uk