(CA1) Woodside 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.

(CA1) Woodside Ward Neighbourhood Policing Team

Matthew Hardy (Hertfordshire Constabulary, Sergeant, Watford - North)

Matthew Hardy

Sergeant

Sam Symons (Hertfordshire Constabulary, Police Constable, Watford - North)

Sam Symons

Police Constable

Simon Cooper (Hertfordshire Constabulary, Inspector, Watford)

Simon Cooper

Inspector

Local Priority Issues

Priority Action taken

Thank you to everyone who completed our latest local policing priorities survey. Following an analysis of data and public feedback, our priorities for the coming months will remain as:
• Tackle drug related anti-social behaviour, with a focus on Stanborough and Meridan wards.
• Tackle vehicle crime, including theft of, theft from and interference with motor vehicles, with a focus on the Kingswood and Stanborough wards.
• Tackle anti-social and nuisance vehicle use, including e-scooters, with a focus on industrial locations.

Issued 22 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 22 September 2026

What members in (CA1) Woodside Ward are saying are the issues in the area:

Latest Alerts

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Burglary - Crime Prevention Advice

Dear Resident, Crime Prevention Advice Rear Boundary Security Ensure rear fencing is in good...

Hertfordshire Constabulary
20/10/2026 13:35:49

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Three arrested in connection with Watford burglary

Three people have been arrested in connection with a burglary investigation after police were alerte...

Hertfordshire Constabulary
15/10/2026 10:55:08

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Warning about scam callers impersonating police fraud officers

Dear Resident Fraudsters have been calling Hertfordshire residents claiming to be police fraud...

Hertfordshire Constabulary
15/10/2026 09:42:11

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Working Together for a Safe and Happy Halloween 🎃

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Hertfordshire Constabulary
12/10/2026 12:48:09

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North Watford Mosque. Open doors. Warm hearts. Everyone welcome. 18/10/2026 14:00 - 16:00

Dear Resident Watford Neighbourhood Policing Team will be holding an engagement session in you...

Hertfordshire Constabulary
11/10/2026 13:46:59

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Vehicle Interference/Damage

Dear Resident Vehicle Security Alert Between 10/10/2026 and 11/10/2026, a number of incidents in...

Hertfordshire Constabulary
11/10/2026 09:11:00

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Clarke Way Community Hub Patrols : Sun 11 Oct 11:00

Dear Resident, North Watford Neighbourhood Policing Team will be conducting foot patrols in you...

Hertfordshire Constabulary
10/10/2026 16:29:16

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Hate Crime Awareness Week Police Engagement Stall : Sat 17 Oct 10:00-1230

Dear Resident To mark Hate Crime Awareness Week your local officers will be holding a stall in...

Hertfordshire Constabulary
10/10/2026 10:03:40

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