Community safety

We run a series of community safety campaigns and competitions throughout the year to highlight positive behaviour and raise awareness of simple ways we can all help make our lives safer.

From home security and road safety to online scams and neighbourhood resilience, our campaigns share useful tips, spotlight great local initiatives, and shine a light on the local companies that provide products and services that help keep people safe.

Each campaign comes with an online section filled with useful hints tips and guidance and is launched with a fantastic community competition - where people can enter to win products and support to help them make their lives safer.

Great online hints and tips!

Resources Why is this so important? Find out more
Stop car theft Vehicle crime is one of Staffordshire Police's priorities and is a national and local issue. Ensuring people take steps to know the risks and safeguard their vehicles can help reduce theft and violence related to vehicle theft. View the resources
Protect your home Whilst burglaries are reducing, it's still vital that people know how to protect their homes and their property. By working together to implement measures to safeguard our homes, we can make our district less of a target.  View the resources 
Protect your home from fire Electrical fires are one of biggest causes of house fires locally. Taking simple preventative steps to reduce your risk of fire can safeguard you and your loved ones.  View the resources
Stay safe online Online safety is an ongoing concern nationally and locally and we are committed to helping parents, children an the wider community to stay safe online. View the resource
Staying safe in the hot weather

As temperatures rise, it’s important to take extra care of ourselves and others. Hot weather can be enjoyable, but it also brings serious risks – especially for vulnerable people.

View the resources
Stay safe at Christmas

In all the merriment it is easy to forget how to protect yourself. Our much loved annual campaign returns to remind us all how to look after our personal, home and family safety during the festive period. 

We will also launch a new online hub for businesses and a business focussed competition featuring hints and tips on how businesses can protect themselves against shoplifting and business theft. 

Resources will be back Christmas 2026

Upcoming campaigns and competitions

Date Campaign Why is this campaign so important?
April Doorstep crime, fraud and Neighbourhood Watch

Protecting vulnerable people in our district is a major priority for all partners in our community safety partnership.

This campaign will set out what you can do to protect yourself and your loved one including setting up or getting engaged in a Neighbourhood Watch group.

June Cycling safety As the summer holidays approach and we all start to get fit, our cycling campaign aims to remind cyclists and other road users who to stay safe, be visible and keep your bicycle secure. 

If you would like us to develop a campaign that focuses on anything in particular, please email community.safety@lichfielddc.gov.uk.

Are you a local business?

We’re looking to partner with local businesses that offer safety-related products, services or expertise – from locksmiths and alarm fitters to cycling shops, tech support companies and personal safety suppliers.

If you’re interested in taking part, showcasing your brand, or donating a prize, visit our sponsorship page to find out more.