As part of this national initiative, Croydon BID actively participated through the Croydon Business Crime Reduction Partnership (CBCP), a collaborative network that brings together local businesses, Croydon Metropolitan Police Service (MPS), and Croydon Council to enhance safety and security across the town centre.
Throughout the week, Croydon BID delivered a series of activities to assist businesses in crime prevention and intelligence sharing.
What is the CBCP?
The Croydon Business Crime Reduction Partnership (CBCP) is a key initiative managed by Croydon BID, working with 188 local members from sectors including retail, hospitality, banking, and commercial businesses.
CBCP helps businesses by facilitating real-time intelligence sharing, crime prevention training, and coordinated security measures in partnership with Croydon MPS, Croydon Council, and other partners.
Croydon BID’s Activities During National BCRP Awareness Week
Throughout National BCRP Awareness Week, Croydon BID delivered a range of initiatives to strengthen crime prevention, improve intelligence sharing, and support businesses in keeping Croydon town centre safe.
CBCP Intelligence and Betting Watch Meetings
Croydon BID hosted two key forums, bringing together businesses to share intelligence and discuss crime-related challenges:
- CBCP Intelligence Forum – Attended by 26 representatives from businesses including M&S, Next, Primark, and Tesco
- CBCP Betting Watch Forum – Attended by 22 representatives from businesses such as Coral, Little Vegas, and Ladbrokes
Discussions covered:
- Updates from the Metropolitan Police
- Review of known offenders impacting businesses
- Insights from Croydon Council and the Town Centre Taskforce
- Open discussions on crime trends and security concerns
Croydon Radio Link Training
To strengthen real-time communication between businesses and security teams, Croydon BID’s Street Rangers visited all 75 businesses enrolled in the Croydon Radio Link scheme. The visits focused on:
- Ensuring businesses are actively using their radio equipment
- Providing refresher training on effective radio use
- Strengthening engagement between businesses, security teams, and the Metropolitan Police
Weapons Sweep with the Metropolitan Police
In partnership with the Metropolitan Police, Croydon BID’s Street Rangers conducted a weapons sweep across key areas of the town centre to:
- Detect and remove any hidden weapons
- Deter criminal activity through visible security measures
Women’s Personal Safety Training
Croydon BID opened bookings for free Women’s Self-Defence Workshops, available exclusively to levy-paying businesses. These sessions will provide participants with essential self-defence techniques and personal safety advice, helping to build confidence and awareness in real-world situations.
- Date: Wednesday, 26 March 2025
- Location: LSBU Croydon Campus
- Times:
- Session 1: 9:30 – 11:00 AM
- Session 2: 12:00 – 1:30 PM
Book here: https://bit.ly/41vSYci
Business Crime Survey 2025
To gain insight into the safety concerns faced by businesses in Croydon town centre, Croydon BID launched the Croydon BID Business Crime Survey 2025. The survey invites businesses to share their experiences with crime, provide feedback on police engagement, and highlight areas where improvements are needed. The anonymous responses will help shape future crime prevention strategies and ensure targeted support for businesses.
Take the survey: https://forms.gle/wJ4uFKkMC6vX24SW6
These activities highlight Croydon BID’s continued commitment to supporting crime reduction and the importance of collaboration between businesses, Croydon MPS, and local authorities in ensuring safety across Croydon town centre.
For more information on how to get involved with CBCP or to attend the next Business Intelligence Forum, contact hello@croydonbid.com or visit: https://croydonbid.com/business/resolve/croydon-business-crime-reduction-partnership/
