(JC4) Potters Bar Oakmere Ward
Officers in your local Neighbourhood Policing Team work to prevent crime and anti-social behaviour in this area.
They also respond to neighbourhood issues or concerns, conduct regular patrols and hold public events where you can meet them and receive crime prevention advice and assistance.
Other police officers also work across this area responding to emergency calls (Response) and investigating crimes and concerns.
The name of your local officer is shown below and you can contact them about general matters. Please be aware that shift patterns and rest days may mean there is a delay before you receive a reply.
For any requests or reporting of concerns you should always contact us via our website or call 101. In an emergency, you should always call 999.
(JC4) Potters Bar Oakmere Ward Neighbourhood Policing Team
Craig Butler
Inspector
Jack Laycock
Police Constable
Noel Buckley
Sergeant
Local Priority Issues
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Thank you to everyone who completed our latest local policing priorities survey. Following an analysis of public feedback, our priorities for the coming months are: Issued 01 September 2026 |
Residents will see their dedicated team of PCs and PCSOs working alongside partners to tackle the issues, through an increased police presence, engagement events and targeted enforcement. Actioned 01 September 2026 |
What members in (JC4) Potters Bar Oakmere Ward are saying are the issues in the area:
Latest Alerts
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