A NEW survey into neighbourhood policing will be launched today.

Police and Crime Commissioner Julia Mulligan has launched an online survey for residents to share their views on the local service they are receiving from North Yorkshire Police.

Julia said: "About twelve months ago, changes were made to the make-up of neighbourhood policing teams. I am keen to find out if these have been successful, and to know if people are satisfied with local policing—and as always, if people feel safe. The best way for me to do this, is to speak to residents and business, the very people who rely on their local PCSOs and officers to keep them safe."

There are 27 local neighbourhood policing teams in North Yorkshire and the City of York, made up of Inspectors ,Sergeants, Constables, PCSOs and multi-agency partners and volunteers. The Rural Task Force, North Yorkshire Police's dedicated rural crime team, also form part of neighbourhood policing.

The Neighbourhood Policing Survey wants to receive people’s views on a number of topics, such as how aware they are of neighbourhood policing teams, perception of crime and anti-social behaviour, and how satisfied they are with their local service.

The service can be filled out online at telljulia.com or paper questionnaires are available from council buildings or libraries.

The survey closes on Sunday, July 29, and the findings will be published next year.