Early last week the News Shopper reported on a story that I predicted back in June 2017. The Europa Industrial Estate in Fraser Road, Erith, which has been struggling with many unoccupied industrial units for a considerable time, has applied for a change of use for part of the estate. A developer is trying again to get permission for an unusual development at the site – converting the warehouse / workshop units in Europa House into a new use facility made up of six workshops on the ground floor and 31 “live-work” units above. The live in units are designed for people to live in the same place that they work. Permission has already been sought, and granted for a similar development in the adjacent Fraser House – with developer Primeregal using that decision as backing for its own 31-bed plan. In a statement, published in the News Shopper last Monday the developer said of its scheme: “It makes the most efficient use of Bexley’s land, ensuring a balance between the needs of business and industry and other land uses that are integral to building sustainable communities, including housing. These revised proposals are commended to the council in an endeavour to overcome the council’s objection to the previous planning application and thus avoid the necessity of the programmed planning inquiry.” Several of the industrial units are already being used for creative purposes; internationally renown artist Gary Drostle has his main ceramics and mosaic design studio in the building, though I don't think he lives there. I predicted - pretty accurately, all things considered, that something of this nature would happen from some rumours that I heard in the summer of 2017; back then I wrote:- "The rumour (and it is only that at this stage) is that the owners of The Europa Industrial Estate in Fraser Road are having problems finding suitable tenants for much of the extensive site; the former Europa Gym is now converted into a House of Multiple Occupation (HMO), but many of the other industrial units lay empty. Consultation with an industrial estate agent suggests that around twenty units on the Europa Estate have been empty for some considerable time, with little interest from local businesses in occupying them. My information is that the owners of the Europa Estate are currently considering relocating the few businesses in the Eastern, Erith end of the estate into the Western end, nearer to the BATT Cables site; they would then sell the Eastern side of the estate to a property developer. I can see the thinking in this; the Erith Quarry site, only a couple of hundred metres further along Fraser Road is seeing exceedingly good business, with many units already sold "off plan". The owners of the Europa Estate may well wish to copy this - after all, if they can get the necessary planning permissions from Bexley Council (surely a formality with the track record of this local administration) then the land would be worth a king's ransom, situated as it is adjacent to Erith Station, Erith town centre and road links to the M25, the South Circular and the A2. I stress that what I have heard are merely rumours". It would now appear that the rumours were substantially correct. The Europa Industrial Estate has had its share of controversy over the years, including an audacious, illegal nightclub which was opened in one of the larger factory units. Back in November 2008 GC’s Nightclub opened in an old and abandoned industrial unit in The Europa Industrial Estate. The club had no fire certificate, insurance, drinks licence, or indeed any form of legal standing. The shady people behind it hid behind an obscure law which states that unlicensed premises can be used to hold entertainment events up to twelve times per year. The law was intended to allow youth clubs and scout / guide troops to hold cabarets and pantomimes in their village halls without needing to get council approval. Back in 2008, on the day the illegal nightclub opened I wrote of it:- "It is located on Fraser Road, in part of what is left of the run down Europa Industrial Estate. Not what I would consider the prime location for a venue, but no doubt the property was cheap. Reports suggest that building work was still going on an hour before the opening time. Apparently the club was playing "Happy Hardcore" when my spy walked past in the early hours of the morning. I think that is the kind of dance music that goes "whumpf whumpf" - not that I could really care much either way; I have serious doubts that the place will ever serve real ale or play Jethro Tull album tracks. I am not sure if the venue has a proper licence or permission, but at least it is away from a residential area, and stuck bang in the middle of a spectacularly grotty industrial estate that dominates eastern Erith. They are welcome to it". Unscrupulous operators pervert and misuse the law to set up "pop - up" nightclubs in old and often unsafe buildings; they set up the club, then just before opening to the public, they apply for planning permission and an entertainment licence. In most instances, this prevents the council from closing them immediately – they have to wait for the often lengthy legal process of licence approval / denial to go through. In the meantime the club operates with virtual impunity – usually over the Christmas period. The owners know that they have no realistic chance of getting their application approved, and this really is not the point – they get to open over the lucrative Christmas period, only to close up shop as soon as the licence application is thrown out. They then disappear without paying any bills. This is exactly the situation that nearly happened with GC’s Nightclub, but so much negative publicity was generated at the time via both the Maggot Sandwich, and the News Shopper that the venue only opened for three nights before the operators pulled out. It was just as well, as I understand the place was full of blue asbestos, the wiring was condemned and it had no fire escape. The operators disappeared as suddenly as they had appeared, leaving unpaid suppliers, and nothing has been heard of them since.
As regular readers will be aware, the old and much loved Carnegie Library, located in Walnut Tree Road, Erith has been undergoing a complete refurbishment over the last year or so, after the historic Edwardian building was left empty and abandoned for around ten years. It is shortly to reopen to the public as an arts, community and education centre run by an organisation known as The Exchange. The first part of the phased reopening of the Old Library is due to take place shortly, as Sarah Batten will now explain:- "The Exchange at Erith’s Old Library is set to launch its Bookstore Café on February 14th – a new gastronomic adventure for Erith run by talented local chef Marina Power. Marina trained and taught at the world-renowned Ballymaloe Cookery School in Ireland, famed for its local, sustainable and zero-waste approach to cooking. Marina will be bringing this ethos and her experience to the much-loved Old Library building in Erith. Alongside, The Exchange will be running a fantastic and varied programme of events including film evenings, craft workshops and family seed planting activities. The Exchange is also providing space for other local talent to showcase what they do, including Pilates teacher Melissa Janneh, local artist Merissa Hylton, and arts social entrepreneur Jade Flannery who will be delivering musical theatre and drama for young people. The Exchange is also partnering closely with London South East Colleges who will be using the Old Library to exhibit their work and put on performances, as well as helping The Exchange to create a fantastic kitchen garden filled with herbs, edible flowers and maybe even chickens. To find out more, please visit The Exchange website: www.theexchangeerith.com". Bexley Council have published the following comments about the forthcoming opening of The Exchange in the old Erith Library:- "The first phase of refurbishment work on Erith’s iconic Carnegie Building is complete. Local company, The Exchange, is set to officially occupy the building from 1 February. Council officers have worked closely with Historic England and The Exchange to ensure that the refurbishment of the lower ground area has been carried out in a way that preserves the character of the building. The improvements which also include the restoration of the weathervane and full replacement of the roof of the building, have been funded by London Borough of Bexley and the Mayor of London as part of its partnership project, the ‘Greater Erith Programme’. Following its handover to The Exchange, the lower ground area of the building will be open to the public from 14 February. It will house ‘The Conversation Room’, an area for creativity and community events, as well as ‘The Bookstore Cafe’, a fantastic new space for freshly produced food and drink run by talented local chef Marina Power. Cllr Louie French, Bexley’s Deputy Leader and Cabinet Member for Growth said: “It’s wonderful to see this beautiful old building being brought back into use for the benefit of the local community. Erith is one of the main locations that will gain from our ambitious growth strategy for the borough. We want to make the area a thriving riverside town centre once again." Sarah Batten, Co-Director of The Exchange said: “We are so excited to launch our programme in February – there will be lots for people to do, including exhibitions, performances, kitchen garden planting, sewing and embroidery classes and film nights. We look forward to welcoming the community back into the building.” London Borough of Bexley and The Exchange have secured National Lottery Funding to continue the refurbishment of the Carnegie building. During 2019 they plan to apply for a full grant to fund the next phase of the work, which will focus on renovating the upper two floors". What do you think? Leave a comment below, or Email me at hugh.neal@gmail.com.
As regular readers will be aware, the old and much loved Carnegie Library, located in Walnut Tree Road, Erith has been undergoing a complete refurbishment over the last year or so, after the historic Edwardian building was left empty and abandoned for around ten years. It is shortly to reopen to the public as an arts, community and education centre run by an organisation known as The Exchange. The first part of the phased reopening of the Old Library is due to take place shortly, as Sarah Batten will now explain:- "The Exchange at Erith’s Old Library is set to launch its Bookstore Café on February 14th – a new gastronomic adventure for Erith run by talented local chef Marina Power. Marina trained and taught at the world-renowned Ballymaloe Cookery School in Ireland, famed for its local, sustainable and zero-waste approach to cooking. Marina will be bringing this ethos and her experience to the much-loved Old Library building in Erith. Alongside, The Exchange will be running a fantastic and varied programme of events including film evenings, craft workshops and family seed planting activities. The Exchange is also providing space for other local talent to showcase what they do, including Pilates teacher Melissa Janneh, local artist Merissa Hylton, and arts social entrepreneur Jade Flannery who will be delivering musical theatre and drama for young people. The Exchange is also partnering closely with London South East Colleges who will be using the Old Library to exhibit their work and put on performances, as well as helping The Exchange to create a fantastic kitchen garden filled with herbs, edible flowers and maybe even chickens. To find out more, please visit The Exchange website: www.theexchangeerith.com". Bexley Council have published the following comments about the forthcoming opening of The Exchange in the old Erith Library:- "The first phase of refurbishment work on Erith’s iconic Carnegie Building is complete. Local company, The Exchange, is set to officially occupy the building from 1 February. Council officers have worked closely with Historic England and The Exchange to ensure that the refurbishment of the lower ground area has been carried out in a way that preserves the character of the building. The improvements which also include the restoration of the weathervane and full replacement of the roof of the building, have been funded by London Borough of Bexley and the Mayor of London as part of its partnership project, the ‘Greater Erith Programme’. Following its handover to The Exchange, the lower ground area of the building will be open to the public from 14 February. It will house ‘The Conversation Room’, an area for creativity and community events, as well as ‘The Bookstore Cafe’, a fantastic new space for freshly produced food and drink run by talented local chef Marina Power. Cllr Louie French, Bexley’s Deputy Leader and Cabinet Member for Growth said: “It’s wonderful to see this beautiful old building being brought back into use for the benefit of the local community. Erith is one of the main locations that will gain from our ambitious growth strategy for the borough. We want to make the area a thriving riverside town centre once again." Sarah Batten, Co-Director of The Exchange said: “We are so excited to launch our programme in February – there will be lots for people to do, including exhibitions, performances, kitchen garden planting, sewing and embroidery classes and film nights. We look forward to welcoming the community back into the building.” London Borough of Bexley and The Exchange have secured National Lottery Funding to continue the refurbishment of the Carnegie building. During 2019 they plan to apply for a full grant to fund the next phase of the work, which will focus on renovating the upper two floors". What do you think? Leave a comment below, or Email me at hugh.neal@gmail.com.
Since last week's shock announcement of the takeover of London's last major brewer - Fuller's, but Japanese brewing giant Asahi, there have been some developments. Two brewing industry insiders have independently contacted me regarding what they believe to be Asahi's plans for Fullers into the future, and it is somewhat worrying. I wrote in my piece last week that many commentators have expressed reservations as to whether the Asahi - who are well known for brewing gassy and bland lagers, will be able to maintain Fullers beer quality, and also worries that the large brewery location would be worth a fortune a potential property developer for the prestigious Chiswick site. Analysts speculated that the Fuller's Griffin site could be worth up to £100 million, so could be ripe for even partial redevelopment. On top of this there may well be an unexpected consequence. Currently Asahi beers are brewed in the UK under licence by Faversham, Kent based brewers Shepherd Neame. With Asahi taking over Fullers, there would be no need for Asahi to have their beers brewed by a third party. It turns out that my fears may have been somewhat incorrect; instead of the Asahi owned Fullers taking brewing back from Shepherd Neame, word reaches me from two sources that the opposite is more likely to be the case. I have been told that Asahi may well outsource all brewing of Fullers and Gales branded beers to Shepherd Neame on a permanent basis, then sell the Chiswick based Griffin brewery site to be redeveloped for high end housing. This would follow the model established by Young's when they sold off their Ram brewery for redevelopment back in 2006. The Chiswick site is said to be worth between £90 and £100 million to a large property developer.
The photo above is a bit of a mind boggler to anyone with modern sensibilities. The picture was taken in 1910 (and thus most definitely in the public domain) and shows members of the 4th Erith Scout Troop (Vickers’ Own). The scout troop were sponsored by armaments manufacturer Vickers, who had factories in both Erith and Crayford. The boys were trained to fire the Vickers machine gun, by their supervisor Gunner Sergeant Budge, who can be seen sporting a magnificent moustache in the background. The team took the machine gun around the country to Boy Scout rallies, where they gave demonstrations of its’ firepower. It makes me wonder how many of the boys in the photo were later killed in the First World War, which started only four years after the photo was taken, when they would all have been old enough to be eligible for call – up. Pseudo military organisations such as the Boy’s Brigade and the Scouts were fertile targets for recruiters at the outbreak of war, and in any case, many young men, who were ignorant of the horrors of the trenches, eagerly joined up “to be with their mates” – as the army allowed young men who lived in the same geographical area to sign up and serve together. Whole factories, clubs and churches were emptied of their menfolk in this manner – many of whom would never return.
Now for the weekly local safety and security updates from Bexley Borough Neighbourhood Watch Association. Firstly a report from Barnehurst ward:- "Sadly we have a burglary to report this week in Parkside Avenue.The incident occurred overnight between 11.30pm on Sunday 27th January and 6am on Monday 28th January. Suspects have entered the property whilst the occupier was sleeping by forcing the front UPVC door which was NOT double locked, once inside they have taken car keys and using the keys have stolen a Silver Mercedes E class from the drive. Registration number J8BMY. On Friday 18th January the Barnehurst team assisted by Crayford and Bexleyheath SNT carried out a drugs warrant at Hampton House, Erith Road. This resulted in a quantity of drugs being seized with one suspect being charged to appear at court and another receiving a community resolution (cannabis warning). Since December we have had 9 confirmed residential burglaries across the ward in 8 of these entry was gained via UPVC doors which were NOT double locked. Some offences have occurred whilst the occupiers were at home sleeping. Insurance companies are refusing to pay out stating that your property was not correctly secured and therefore a breach of terms and conditions of any policy. We cannot stress enough how important it is to secure yours doors properly. If you have a UPVC door it must be locked with the key, just lifting the handle does not secure the locking mechanism.it will take the average person just seconds to open a door that has not been double locked. Remember lift the handle and lock with a key. A member of the team will be at Barnehurst Golf Course on Tuesday 5th February at 4pm, please pop along to discuss any local issues or concerns. If you have information but feel uneasy talking to the police. Please consider calling Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 This is completely anonymous and you do not have to give any personal details. Please follow us on twitter @MPSBarnehurst we can also be found on FaceBook under Barnehurst Police". Belvedere ward:- "There have been 3 reported burglaries this week. The first was on Wednesday 23rd January and occurred at around 6pm in Abbey Road. A male entered a property through the front door but is not thought to have left with any items as the resident was at home at this time. The second took place on Saturday 26th January in Fendyke Road between 4.30pm and midnight. Entry was gained to a property via the rear patio door which had a glass panel smashed in order to get into the house. Several items were then taken from the location including jewellery and cash. The third took place in Picardy Road between 8 am and 8.30 am on Tuesday 29th January. An unknown person forced entry to the property by damaging the front door (glass again smashed). A handbag was then taken from the property containing cash and personal items. We have been receiving reports of several groups gathering in Telford and Kelvin Houses in Picardy Street/ Dylan Road who are then causing disruption to residents and are also thought to be using drugs at these locations. Our efforts to patrol these areas have thus far been unsuccessful but will continue over this coming weekend as we are working late into the night. As mentioned last week, we have been carrying out searches of several locations on the ward in an effort to find items that may have been used in crime. We have visited Belvedere train station, Dryhill Road, Picardy Street and Monarch Road most recently and will be continuing this activity into February. The team are also going to be visiting a ‘street a week' to speak to as many residents as possible, to gain information should there be any issues related to crime or anti-social behaviour in a particular area. Should any issues arise from this, we will then work with our partner agencies to find a solution. We have visited Prospect Close recently and plan to visit Halt Robin Road this coming weekend. Further streets will be visited in the very near future". Bexleyheath ward:- "We have no reports of burglaries over the last week. We have had one report of a criminal damage to motor vehicle along Rydal Drive, this was on the Friday 25/01/2019 in the late evening; Tuesday 29/01/2019 – There was a report of a theft of purse taken from a handbag along the Broadway; Saturday 26/01/2019 – Report of theft of front & rear number plates that had happened along Pinnacle Hill Bexleyheath, this was in the evening time; Tuesday 22/01/2019 – There was a report of a theft of mobile phone from inside the Primark store Bexleyheath. The team are regularly conducting targeted patrols for burglary and anti-social behaviour. If you do wish to pass on information to Police then please contact Crime Stoppers on 0800 555111. Please do not hesitate to contact us via Twitter, Facebook, email and the ward phone. If you are after crime prevention advice, please look at the Met Police website which has lots of information that you may find useful. Remember in an emergency please dial 999 or 101 for non-urgent reporting". Crayford ward:- "Firstly lets have some good news. Crayford SNT had a good court result on Monday. A person who had been using his mobile phone whilst driving was given 6 points and a fine, including costs of £828.00, he will face a ban if he appears in front of the magistrate again. Sadly, we have had one burglary on our ward this week. It occurred on Monday 29th January between 08.00-16.00 hours. Entry was through a smashed window, it seems the burglar left via the rear door. An untidy search was made and a British and European currency was stolen as well as a large amount of Asian Gold. A rose gold iPhone 6 was stolen from an address in Medway Road on Tuesday 18th January between 13.00-16.00, the front door had been open as workmen had been present. A silver Ford Galaxy was stolen from an address in Woodside Road on Thursday 24th January. The owner still has the one set of keys for the vehicle. Local CCTV shows a white bald male go straight to the vehicle and enter by unknown means and drive it away. The vehicle was located by police after being seen driving erratically in Abbey Wood, abandoned and unlocked. It was found to be now on false plates and removed for forensic opportunities. A theft of number plates occurred from a Blue Volkswagon Caddy between Friday 18th and 27th January. The number plates, PL15 5HJ should be attached to a British Gas van. We intend to be at Crayford Library on Saturday 9th February between 11.00-12.00. If you would like to come along and speak with us about any concerns you may have". Erith ward:- "This week we have had a few burglaries (detailed below). Also there have been 2 reports of mugging / robbery one was at knife point – both in secluded places, Erith underpass and Birch Walk, at this time they do not seemed linked. Be on your guard if you are in these areas if you see anyone acting strangely, phone 999/101. We will be actively patrolling these areas, both in plain clothing and uniform". Northumberland Heath ward:- "We held our ward panel meeting recently and we have agreed to focus more time on the following issues; 1) Northumberland Heath Recreation Ground – Tackling Anti-Social behaviour; 2) Becton Place – Tackling Anti-Social behaviour and Drugs misuse; 3) Charliville Road – Tackling motor vehicle crime such as Criminal Damage. We will keep you updated with any result we have here. Over the last week we have conducted a number weapons sweeps across the ward as part of the Met's Operation Sceptre. The idea of Operation Sceptre is to try and proactively reduce violent crime across the Met by searching hotspot areas for any weapons which may have been either discarded or stashed away. During the last week we recovered an old Machete in Avenue Road and a small claw hammer from Charliville Road. Please get in contact with us if you see anything of concern you need us to collect. We have had a burglary in Dalmeny Road, entry was forced via the rear bedroom window from the garden. Property which included money and vehicle key were stolen. There has also been a non-residential burglary in Sussex Road. An outbuilding was broken into and property including a black mountain bike was stolen. There has been a vehicle stolen from Hurst Road, a grey Peugeot van registration LM68YMO. The driver was delivering at the time and the suspect has stolen the vehicle whilst the driver was distracted. There was an attempted vehicle theft at Parsonage Manorway but the two suspect were seen by the owner and they ran off. Our next Police Surgery will be held at Mill Road, Library on Wednesday 6th February at 2pm. No appointment required if you wish to speak with us please pop in".
Appliances and multiple fire fighters attended a house fire in Bridge Road in Slade Green and Northend ward on Wednesday.
Slade Green and Northend ward:- "Only two relevant crimes this week to report. A vehicle was criminally damaged on Crescent Road on Friday 25th January and a victim was assaulted on Slade Green Road on Saturday 26th January at approximately 10:00 hours near to the newly re-opened railway foot bridge which connects Slade Green Road and Bridge Road. We believe that this assault was witnessed by a female who, thankfully, intervened. We would like to speak with this female witness and would like to appeal to her (or anyone who may know her) to come forward and make contact with the local police. On Monday 28th January a male was searched on Dale View and found in possession of herbal cannabis which was seized and given a warning. Finally, on Monday 28th January at 06:40 am a 43 year old male was arrested for a public order offence following a report of a disturbance at Slade Green Railway Station –Please contact the British Transport Police by texting 61016 or calling 0800 40 50 40, quoting reference number 45 of 28/01/19 if you witnessed this incident. Our next Community Contact Session is on Saturday 9th February at our office, please feel free to pop along".Thamesmead East ward:- "Burglaries - No burglaries to report this week. However remain vigilant at all times. Theft from a motor vehicle - Between the hours of 07:45 of Wednesday 23/01/19 and 07:59am of Thursday 24/01/19 the number plates were stolen from a vehicle parked near Dexter House St John Fisher Road. A vehicle parked locked and secure in Mangold Way had both front and rear number plates taken overnight of Sunday 27/01/19 and Monday 28/01/19. In Glimpsing Green a vehicle believed to have been locked, secure and parked on the drive, had the Sat Nav stolen sometime between Friday 25/01/19 at 8:00pm and 10:00am on Sunday 27/01/19.Between the hours of 06:00pm on Tuesday 29/01/19 and 06:30am Wednesday 30/01/19 a vehicle parked in Holstein Way had the front and rear number plates stolen. Crime Prevention - Wallets, purses ,handbags ,credit cards and loose change should never be left in an unattended vehicle. Remove sat nav mounts, suction cup marks on windows and cables which may indicate electrical items in the vehicle. Good news - A male who lives locally, attended Woolwich Crown Court and was found guilty of supplying Class A / Cocaine, is now serving two and half years in prison". West Heath ward:- "From Wednesday 23rd January we have the following crimes to report: We have suffered three Theft from Motor Vehicles. On the 22nd January in New Road from 0630 hours the driver's window was smashed a suit and sunglasses were stolen. In Leckwith Avenue on the 25th January between 0615-1500 the front and rear number plates were taken from the vehicle. On the 2th January between 0700-midnight a front head light was stolen from a vehicle in Totnes Road. Theft of Motor Vehicle: Overnight on the 29th between 2100-0739 hours a person's mobility vehicle was stolen in Powys Close. The ward will be carrying out their next Community Contact Session on 9th February in Hurst Lane Estate, Hurst Lane between 1300-1400 hours. Please be aware If police in uniform or in civilian clothing call at your address unexpectedly call West Heath Team on 0208 721 2885, if there is no reply do not leave a message but call 999 immediately as we have been made aware of fake police ID cards. We have been made aware of drug activity in Hurlingham Avenue and we will be carrying out high visibility patrols around the area to address the issue. The team have carried out three weapon sweeps, one at Bostall Heath Park and two at West Heath Recreation ground which have resulted in a negative search".
The ed video this week gives a look into what the interiors of the new houses that form the Quarry development will look like.
Appliances and multiple fire fighters attended a house fire in Bridge Road in Slade Green and Northend ward on Wednesday.
Slade Green and Northend ward:- "Only two relevant crimes this week to report. A vehicle was criminally damaged on Crescent Road on Friday 25th January and a victim was assaulted on Slade Green Road on Saturday 26th January at approximately 10:00 hours near to the newly re-opened railway foot bridge which connects Slade Green Road and Bridge Road. We believe that this assault was witnessed by a female who, thankfully, intervened. We would like to speak with this female witness and would like to appeal to her (or anyone who may know her) to come forward and make contact with the local police. On Monday 28th January a male was searched on Dale View and found in possession of herbal cannabis which was seized and given a warning. Finally, on Monday 28th January at 06:40 am a 43 year old male was arrested for a public order offence following a report of a disturbance at Slade Green Railway Station –Please contact the British Transport Police by texting 61016 or calling 0800 40 50 40, quoting reference number 45 of 28/01/19 if you witnessed this incident. Our next Community Contact Session is on Saturday 9th February at our office, please feel free to pop along".Thamesmead East ward:- "Burglaries - No burglaries to report this week. However remain vigilant at all times. Theft from a motor vehicle - Between the hours of 07:45 of Wednesday 23/01/19 and 07:59am of Thursday 24/01/19 the number plates were stolen from a vehicle parked near Dexter House St John Fisher Road. A vehicle parked locked and secure in Mangold Way had both front and rear number plates taken overnight of Sunday 27/01/19 and Monday 28/01/19. In Glimpsing Green a vehicle believed to have been locked, secure and parked on the drive, had the Sat Nav stolen sometime between Friday 25/01/19 at 8:00pm and 10:00am on Sunday 27/01/19.Between the hours of 06:00pm on Tuesday 29/01/19 and 06:30am Wednesday 30/01/19 a vehicle parked in Holstein Way had the front and rear number plates stolen. Crime Prevention - Wallets, purses ,handbags ,credit cards and loose change should never be left in an unattended vehicle. Remove sat nav mounts, suction cup marks on windows and cables which may indicate electrical items in the vehicle. Good news - A male who lives locally, attended Woolwich Crown Court and was found guilty of supplying Class A / Cocaine, is now serving two and half years in prison". West Heath ward:- "From Wednesday 23rd January we have the following crimes to report: We have suffered three Theft from Motor Vehicles. On the 22nd January in New Road from 0630 hours the driver's window was smashed a suit and sunglasses were stolen. In Leckwith Avenue on the 25th January between 0615-1500 the front and rear number plates were taken from the vehicle. On the 2th January between 0700-midnight a front head light was stolen from a vehicle in Totnes Road. Theft of Motor Vehicle: Overnight on the 29th between 2100-0739 hours a person's mobility vehicle was stolen in Powys Close. The ward will be carrying out their next Community Contact Session on 9th February in Hurst Lane Estate, Hurst Lane between 1300-1400 hours. Please be aware If police in uniform or in civilian clothing call at your address unexpectedly call West Heath Team on 0208 721 2885, if there is no reply do not leave a message but call 999 immediately as we have been made aware of fake police ID cards. We have been made aware of drug activity in Hurlingham Avenue and we will be carrying out high visibility patrols around the area to address the issue. The team have carried out three weapon sweeps, one at Bostall Heath Park and two at West Heath Recreation ground which have resulted in a negative search".
The ed video this week gives a look into what the interiors of the new houses that form the Quarry development will look like.
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