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Ivybridge & Rural Police cover a large geographical area which is split into three Neighbourhood Beats: Ivybridge Town, Ivybridge Rural North and Ivybridge Rural South. Rural North comprises: Woolwell; Bickleigh; Roborough; Shaugh Prior; Wotter; Lee Moor; Sparkwell; Cornwood, and Harford. Rural South comprises: Wembury; Noss Mayo; Newton Ferrers; Ermington; Holbeton; Yealmpton; Brixton; Bovisands; Heybrook Bay and Down Thomas. Please ensure any comments are respectful. Comments which are deemed inappropriate, offensive, abusive or insulting will be removed and action taken as required where offences are identified.

Ivybridge Community College Safeguarding EveningThe Neighbourhood team are part of the event. Feel free to come and spea...
15/10/2026

Ivybridge Community College Safeguarding Evening

The Neighbourhood team are part of the event. Feel free to come and speak with us we would love to see you.

14/10/2026

🚔 Road Safety Update – Harford Road, Cole Lane & Wood Park 🚔

Following repeated concerns raised by residents, officers conducted patrols this morning in and around Harford Road, Cole Lane, Wood Park and the surrounding area, with a particular focus on the 20mph zone.

Firstly, we would like to thank the many residents who stopped to speak with us. The support shown by the local community was greatly appreciated.

Unfortunately, what we witnessed was concerning.

It quickly became apparent that a significant number of motorists were failing to adhere to the 20mph speed limit on Harford Road. During the morning period, it is estimated that the majority of vehicles observed were travelling in excess of the posted speed limit.

Before the inevitable comments arrive, we would also like to address a common assumption.

This is not solely a college student issue.

Those observed included a wide range of road users, including parents, carers, taxi drivers, mini buses, and other motorists. In fact, some of the drivers and passengers observed may surprise those who assume responsibility lies with one particular group.

Officers also spent time engaging with young people in and around Wood Park, issuing words of advice regarding parking, road safety and anti-social behaviour where appropriate.

The message is simple:

🚫 20mph is not optional.
🚫 20mph is not a target to exceed.
✅ 20mph means 20mph.

The level of non-compliance witnessed this morning was not acceptable.

As a result, work in this area will continue and will be increasing in the coming weeks. This will include a combination of education, engagement, intelligence gathering, speed monitoring and, where appropriate, enforcement activity.

Those motorists who believe the 20mph limit does not apply to them may receive a wake-up call in the very near future.

One of our priorities is, and always will be, the safety of all road users, particularly in areas heavily used by pedestrians, families and young people.

Thank you to everyone who continues to report concerns and support our efforts to make Ivybridge's roads safer for all. 🚔

14/10/2026

🚨 SCAM WARNING – Fake Payment Demand Letters 🚨

We have recently been made aware of some highly convincing scam letters being received by members of the public.

These letters appear professional, contain official-looking branding and formatting, and demand payment for an alleged debt, fine, fee, or other outstanding balance. In some cases, they may even include reference numbers, QR codes, or contact details designed to make them appear genuine.

⚠️ Please be aware that these letters are fraudulent.

Criminals are becoming increasingly sophisticated in their attempts to obtain money and personal information. The appearance of a letter alone should not be taken as proof that it is genuine.

✅ If you receive a letter requesting payment: • Take time to carefully review it. • Do not make any payments until you have independently verified its legitimacy. • Do not use telephone numbers, email addresses, or website links provided within a suspicious letter. • Instead, contact the organisation directly using contact details obtained from their official website or previous verified correspondence. • Speak to a trusted friend or family member if you are unsure.

✅ Look out for warning signs: • Pressure to make an urgent payment. • Threats of legal action unless payment is made immediately. • Requests for payment via unusual methods. • Poor-quality printing, spelling mistakes, or inconsistent branding. • Unexpected demands for money from organisations you have not previously dealt with.

📞 If you receive a suspicious letter, please report it to Action Fraud (https://www.reportfraud.police.uk/) and inform the organisation being impersonated.

If you believe you have been the victim of fraud, please report it as soon as possible.

Thank you for helping protect yourself, your family, friends and neighbours from fraudsters.

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13/10/2026

🚔 Community Speed Watch – Can You Help Make Ivybridge's Roads Safer? 🚔

Following recent discussions around speeding and road safety in Ivybridge, we are pleased to say that a number of residents have already come forward expressing an interest in helping establish a Community Speed Watch group.

Firstly, we'd like to say thank you to those who have already offered their time and support. Community involvement plays a vital role in improving road safety, and it is encouraging to see local people willing to help make a difference.

For those unfamiliar with the scheme, Community Speed Watch allows trained volunteers to work alongside Devon & Cornwall Police to monitor vehicle speeds, gather data and help educate drivers in areas where speeding has become a concern.

We know from recent conversations with residents that road safety is an issue many people feel strongly about, particularly in and around Ivybridge's residential areas and 20mph zones. Whilst police patrols and other road safety initiatives continue, Community Speed Watch provides another valuable way for local people to become involved.

If you would be interested in joining a Community Speed Watch group, or would simply like to find out more about what is involved, we'd love to hear from you.

📧 [email protected]

More information can also be found here: 💻 https://roadsafety.devon-cornwall.police.uk/community-speed-watch-csw/

The more volunteers we have, the greater our ability to identify issues, support road safety initiatives and encourage compliance with speed limits throughout the community.

Thank you again to everyone who has already shown an interest, and to all those who continue to support safer roads in Ivybridge. 🚔

09/10/2026

📱📞📱A phone was handed into the station yesterday, it was found in Treehill Road. Our Front office have the phone, they are open 10-3pm everyday except Sunday.

08/10/2026

🚔 Could You Help Tackle Speeding in Ivybridge? 🚔

We've received a number of comments and reports from residents regarding speeding and driving standards in parts of Ivybridge.

Whilst officers will continue to carry out patrols and speed monitoring where appropriate, we are keen to hear from members of the community who may be interested in becoming involved in Community Speed Watch.

Community Speed Watch is a volunteer-led initiative that gives local residents the opportunity to work alongside Devon & Cornwall Police to help educate drivers and address speeding concerns within their communities. It can be a highly effective way of raising awareness and improving road safety in areas where speeding has become a concern.

At present, there is no Community Speed Watch group operating in Ivybridge, so this is an opportunity for local residents to help make a difference.

If you would like to find out more, or are interested in helping establish a Community Speed Watch group in the area, please contact:

📧 [email protected]

Further information about the scheme can be found here: 💻 https://roadsafety.devon-cornwall.police.uk/community-speed-watch-csw/

Whether you're concerned about speeding near your home, on your street, or around areas frequently used by pedestrians and cyclists, Community Speed Watch provides a positive way for communities to get involved in improving road safety.

Thank you for your continued support in helping to keep Ivybridge's roads safe. 🚔

04/10/2026

🚨 🚓
Apologies for the radio silence it has been a very busy few weeks.
As we move into the Autumn / Winter months a few reminders :-

Vehicles - Hopefully we are all law abiding citizens and our cars are road legal however it is always good to give your vehicle a good inspection. Darker evenings, colder / wet weather basic checks can save a life.
Lights ✅
Tyres✅
Fluids ✅
Screen wash ✅

Speed - It appears everyone seems to be in a rush to get somewhere, there are speed limits for a reason so please adhere to these for your own and others safety.
Remember the rural areas may be a higher speed limit, however common sense should make you aware that lanes are not straight roads they wind and have sharp bends. THINK there could be a horse rider or a walker round that bend KILL your speed, brake before the corner not on the corner.

Parking - If you have legally passed your driving test you are now in charge of a vehicle, if you are parking said vehicle be aware of your surroundings.
Don't park by a junction, park at least 3 metres back enabling anyone pulling out of this junction to see traffic from both ways.
Parking in side roads / residential areas - Do not cover a dropped curb. Leave enough room for the property owners to exit their driveways safely. If you are in a residential area watch your speed, 20mph is more than enough.

We continue to have reports of Anti social Behaviour in and around the town.
Be assured we are working with a large consortium of partners to try to provide time, support and activities for young people to steer them away from mindless decisions that effect many of our residents.

Dog bites - we receive a large level of dog related incidents consistently throughout the year of dogs attacking or biting, whether that is in a public space or in a home. If you own a dog it is your responsibility to make sure your pet is under your full control at all times. If you are aware your pet is reactive put the right measures in place, keep on a lead, use a muzzle, forewarn people the dog is reactive. If you fail to do so you are failing your pet and we will put in place a Dog Control Order, this will specify rules for the dog and owner and this will be for the lifetime of the dog. You and your pet will be recorded on our system.

Sherford falls within our patch and we are receiving reports of ASB, electric bikes and scooters seem to be a recurring problem. We need to take action and it takes time to arrange this but be assured we are not ignoring these complaints.

Bare with us it is a large patch we cover and if you would like to contact us you can do so by email to
[email protected]
If an emergency or live incident call 999

23/09/2026

Let's Talk Safer Families is a free programme that helps parents and carers understand the challenges children and young people face today, from online safety and healthy relationships to exploitation and harmful online influences.

Through expert-led webinars and practical advice, families can gain the knowledge and confidence to have important conversations and help keep young people safe.

🎟️ Free to attend
💻 Online
📅 Sessions start 16 September

🔗 https://letstalksaferfamilies.org/events/

17/09/2026

🚔 Road Safety Reminder – 20mph Zone 🚔

We have received reports from residents regarding vehicle speeds in parts of Ivybridge and would like to remind drivers of the 20mph speed limit that applies in the following areas:

📍 Fore Street
📍 Harford Road
📍 Erme Road
📍 The lower section of Blatchford Road

The speed limit is in place to help protect all road users, including pedestrians, cyclists and other drivers. With these roads seeing regular footfall throughout the day, keeping to the speed limit can make a significant difference to safety.

We are aware of concerns regarding excessive speed and other driving behaviours in these areas and will continue to monitor the situation. Where appropriate, officers may carry out patrols and speed checks.

We would encourage all drivers to take a moment to check their speed and drive considerately.

🚔 20mph means 20mph.

If you have concerns regarding speeding or anti-social driving, please report them via 101, through the Devon & Cornwall Police website, or by emailing [email protected].

Thank you for helping to keep Ivybridge's roads safe for everyone.

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🚙 Parking near Junctions 🚙We understand that parking in and around Ivybridge will always be an ongoing issue and one tha...
12/09/2026

🚙 Parking near Junctions 🚙

We understand that parking in and around Ivybridge will always be an ongoing issue and one that everyone likes to comment on.

Most of the issues are purely down to using a little common sense and understanding.

If you park near a junction please make sure you are far enough back to enable anyone exiting the junction in a vehicle can view both directions, in particular the right hand side where traffic is on the near side.

Highway Code rule 243
Park at least 10 metres away from a junction. Basically the size of a bus.

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