Chigwell has an effective, strong Neighbourhood Watch (NHW) and we will always welcome new members.

These are the Lead Coordinators for Chigwell neighbourhoods:

1. Grange Hill: Debby Rye and Lisa Morgan-Skingsley,
2. Chigwell Row: Alan Lion
3. Chigwell Village: to be elected

To join the official NHW, please contact our district office on: 07778 296650 - Office Hours Only

Or Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

In an emergency please call Essex Police by dialling:  999
For non-emergency enquiries, dial:  101

Chigwell is a beautiful place to live and we have many benefits in terms of location. Crime is relatively low compared with the crime rates in other parts of London and Essex: In its newsletter of November 2022 (https://chigwellparishcouncil.gov.uk/newsletter/) Chigwell Parish Council states that from October 2021 to September 2022 there were only 35 break-ins and attempted break-ins in all of Chigwell.  Whilst this is devastating for the victims, the overall risk of such crime in Chigwell remains low compared to other areas in and around London. Nevertheless, and understandably, residents are worried about security and maintaining a safe environment for our community. Joining the Neighbourhood Watch (NHW) Scheme is one way to ensure significant support from the police. As a member of NHW, some residents have even received discounts on their home and car insurance. But NHW is not just about the local crime, it is so much more.  It links the residents of a neighbourhood and gives everyone a sense of being part of a wider community.  We can sometimes feel isolated and NHW brings streets together as we watch out for one another or just keep in touch with our neighbours.

NHW in Chigwell would like you to consider some aspects of security that may get overlooked –

• Light switch timers – These are easy to install and cost effective. When you are out these can switch on lights at a chosen time and ensure your property is not left in the dark. There are various types of timers available, we suggest you consider a brand which has been approved by the fire service.
• Please ensure you take your rubbish bins away from your side entrances as soon as possible after collection has been made, also put ladders and tools inside where they cannot be accessed for break-ins.
• Being neighbourly – if you hear an alarm activated on your road, please don’t ignore it. Many burglaries have been prevented and thieves caught by the simple act of being a thoughtful neighbour. Always be safe and don’t attempt to access the property without police assistance. Remember to always take your mobile with you, you may need to call the police if you witness a crime in progress.