Bexley Community Safety Partnership

20/06/2026

Football is not the cause of domestic abuse, but major sporting events can intensify underlying behaviours and increase risk.

During the 2022 World Cup Final, domestic abuse incidents increased by 38%, and even during England’s winning matches, there was a 26% rise.

❗ Domestic abuse includes controlling, coercive, threatening, degrading or violent behaviour — including sexual abuse. It is most often carried out by a partner, ex-partner or family member, and it can affect anyone, regardless of gender, age or sexuality.

This World Cup, let’s look out for one another and support those who may be at risk 💚

🔗 If you’re concerned about someone or need support, you are not alone. Find help and advice at www.bexleydomesticabuseservices.org.uk

In an emergency, always call 999.

Bexley Domestic Abuse Services has been developed by the Bexley Domestic Abuse Partnership to provide information, support and guidance for Bexley residents.

17/06/2026

⚽ During the World Cup, excitement can run high — but as a community, safety remains our number one priority. Everyone deserves to feel safe.

Antisocial behaviour (ASB) is behaviour which causes, or is likely to cause, harassment, alarm or distress. It can impact individuals, communities and public spaces.

So, what can this look like during the World Cup?

• 🚩 Rowdy, aggressive or threatening behaviour in public
• 🔊 Excessive noise, particularly late at night after matches
• 🍻 Street drinking and disorderly behaviour
• 🎨 Vandalism or graffiti
• 🗑️ Littering or fly tipping after gatherings
• 🚗⚠️ Vehicle nuisance, including dangerous driving or cruising

💚 Together, we can make Bexley safer.

📢 If you experience or witness antisocial behaviour, please report it or seek support.
Find out how to report ASB and access help here:
www.bexley.gov.uk/asb

In an emergency, always call 999.

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12/06/2026

This Pride Month, we’re recognising and celebrating Bexley’s LGBTQIA+ community and the diversity that makes our borough stronger 🌈

Homophobia, biphobia and other anti sexuality hate crimes target people because of who they are. This is not acceptable — no one should face discrimination or violence because of their sexuality 🚫

We all have a role to play in challenging hate and supporting one another to feel safe, respected and included 🤝 Together, we can continue building a safer Bexley for everyone 💚

If you’ve been affected by hate crime, or are supporting someone who has, support is available 💬 Please report it to 101. Always call 999 in an emergency. The London Victim and Witness Service can guide you through the process — call 0808 168 9291.

Find support and report hate crime in Bexley 🔗 www.bexley.gov.uk/hate-crime

05/06/2026

A fortnight ago, the Bexley Community Safety Partnership and partners across Bexley came together for Knife Crime Awareness Week 💚

👥 Alongside local policing teams, different activities were delivered across the borough.

⭐ Highlights included:
• 🤝Knife arches deployed at Slade Green, Harris Garrard Academy, and Erith Broadway
• 🔍 Police Search Advisors carried out a weapon sweep at The Nest in Thamesmead
• 🎯 Youth engagement through local Youth Hubs and targeted sessions

💬 Positive engagement from young people and great feedback from partners, showing the impact of early intervention and strong partnership working 🥳

ⓘ Find out more about our work on serious violence: https://www.bexley.gov.uk/serious-violence

A huge thank you to all partners involved for supporting this vital work and helping us keep our young people and communities safe 💚

04/06/2026

Join the conversation on Violence Against Women & Girls in Slade Green 🧡 Thursday 11 June | Orchard House Orbit Hub DA8 3PY | All Welcome

23/05/2026

On 14 January, the Bexley Community Safety Partnership delivered a Knife Crime Awareness Conference, funded by London’s Violence Reduction Unit (VRU).

👥 50 students from 9 schools across heard from a powerful Lived Experience speaker and took part in interactive workshops led by Growing Against Violence (GAV), TSG Police Unit, Street Doctors, and Penificent.

Students said they “enjoyed the lived experience talk and were fascinated by the riot equipment the police brought,” while schools were “proud of their students’ conduct and curiosity.” 🌟

A huge thank you to all partners involved for supporting this vital work and helping us keep our young people and communities safe. 💚

22/05/2026

As part of Knife Crime Awareness Week, we’re sharing support to help keep young people safe.

Witnessed or been victim to a crime? Worried about talking to the police?

You can report to Fearless 100% anonymously.

The more information you give, the more help you can get.

📞 Call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or visit http://crimestoppers-uk.org/fearless ( on Facebook)

🚨 If there’s immediate danger, call 999

21/05/2026

📣 It’s knife crime awareness week, and your local Bexley Police teams are out and about as part of ongoing work to tackle knife crime and keep our community safe.

Bexley Police are focusing on a few key areas this week to make a real difference:
🏪 Supporting our shops - visiting local retailers to provide guidance on responsible sales and conducting test purchasing to ensure knives don't end up in the wrong hands.
🛣️ Cleaning up our spaces - conducting weapon sweeps in local parks and open spaces to remove dangerous items from the streets.
🤝 Working with partners - working closely with schools and local authorities to ensure young people have the support and information they need to stay safe.

Safety is a shared effort. We aren't just looking for knives, we’re looking to protect the people who live and work here.

How you can help:
📞Speak up anonymously - If you have information about knife crime but don't want to talk to the police, you can contact Crimestoppers 100% anonymously on 0800 555 111 or visit https://www.crimestoppers-uk.org/ for more information.

🚮📣 Use an amnesty bin - If you have a knife that needs to be disposed of, use a safe and anonymous amnesty bin. Find your nearest one here: https://www.word4weapons.co.uk/knife-bin-locations/

ℹ️ Helpful resources:
• https://benkinsella.org.uk/knife-crime-training-for-parents-and-carers/
• https://crimestoppers-uk.org/fearless/parents-guardians
• https://benkinsella.org.uk/resources-for-teachers-and-practitioners/
• https://crimestoppers-uk.org/fearless/professionals/resources

Let’s work together to keep our area safe💚

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20/05/2026

In support of Knife Crime Awareness Week, we’re highlighting a safe, anonymous way to dispose of knives and other bladed weapons: Bexley’s knife amnesty bin is a place where anyone can safely dispose of a knife, blade or other weapon.

📍 Oaklands Road Car Park, Bexleyheath (DA6 7EJ)

🔒 Secure, anonymous & no questions asked & no personal details required

Every knife taken off the street is a step toward a safer future. 💚

More info: www.bexley.gov.uk/serious-violence

18/05/2026

✨ Knife Crime Awareness Week (18th – 24th May) ✨

Knife Crime Awareness Week is an important week to highlight the work that the BCSP does every day to tackle knife crime. From proactive operations to community engagement, our partners are committed to disrupting weapon-enabled crime and protecting our community. We are there to provide support when needed.

📣 Take a stand: start a conversation, share this post, and help amplify support and prevention.

Need help or worried about someone? Report a crime by calling 101, online at www.met.police.uk, or visit your nearest station. If there’s immediate danger, always call 999.

Together, we can keep Bexley safe for all 💚

🔗 Learn more: www.knifecrimeawarenessweek.org.uk