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Working Together to Keep Roundwood SafeYour Safer Neighbourhood Team is continuing to address concerns around anti-social behaviour (ASB) and community safety within the Roundwood area. We are aware of reports involving unauthorised access to residential buildings, drug use in communal areas, and general concerns about safety—particularly where children are present. We take these matters seriously and are actively working with partners, including the council and housing providers, to resolve these issues. Current Concerns IdentifiedUnsecured communal entry doors allowing unauthorised accessIndividuals entering buildings to use drugs or smokeIncreased concern for vulnerable residents and childrenLack of timely repairs or action from responsible agenciesWhat We Are DoingConducting regular high-visibility patrols in the areaCarrying out follow-up visits and welfare checksLiaising with local council, housing associations, and landlordsMonitoring reports and identifying patterns to take targeted actionAddressing safeguarding concerns where children may be at riskPractical Safety Advice for ResidentsAt HomeEnsure doors and windows are kept secure at all timesReport faulty communal entry doors immediately to your housing providerConsider installing a doorbell camera (e.g. Ring) for added securityDo not allow unknown individuals to “tailgate” into the buildingCommunal AreasAvoid confronting suspicious individuals—report insteadKeep communal doors closed and ensure locks are workingReport suspicious activity such as drug use, loitering, or damageProtecting ChildrenSpeak to children about not opening doors to strangersSupervise children in communal spaces where possibleReport any unsafe behaviour or risks affecting children immediatelyReporting IssuesYour report s help us take action. Please report: Emergency (crime in progress / immediate danger): 999Non-emergency police matters: 101 or onlineASB / Housing Issues: Your local council or housing associationCrimestoppers (anonymous): 0800 555 111 Community ReassuranceWe understand that ongoing ASB can cause significant distress. Please be assured: Officers are actively monitoring the situationPatrols will continue in affected locationsPartner agencies are being engaged to resolve environmental issues (e.g., broken doors)Your safety—and especially the safety of children in the community—is our priority. Stay Connected.Together, we can make Roundwood a safer place to live.
Safer Neighbourhood Team (SNT)
Metropolitan Police Service | 
