Community Safety and Crime Prevention

Community safety is an issue that the City cannot tackle alone.

The City's Community Safety and Crime Prevention Plan 2022-2027 (CSCPP) is underpinned by a community development approach that seeks to build social cohesion and community connections to enhance the community’s sense of safety. CSCPP was endorsed at the Ordinary Council Meeting on Tuesday 23 May 2023, following the public feedback period in March 2023.

The City facilitates a Community Safety and Crime Prevention Group comprising representation from key government agencies and the local community. Members include Kensington Police, Curtin University, the Member for South Perth, Department of Communities and other key partners to ensure community safety has a well-rounded approach and to carry out a number of community safety initiatives and projects.

If you are experiencing an emergency or have an urgent safety concern, immediately call 000.

Home Safety and Security Equipment Rebate Program

Rebates are available to eligible applicants in the City of South Perth to improve their home safety and security, as part of the City's Home Safety and Security Equipment Rebate Program.

Home Safety and Security Equipment Rebate Program

CCTV is installed at local civic community facilities, parks and reserves and other local government property within the City of South Perth to enhance employee and public safety. The City also operates a mobile CCTV trailer that is set up for temporary occasions in areas around the local community as required including Ranger investigation work or community events.

Find out more about Closed Circuit Television (CCTV) in the City.

City is offering anti-theft screws to residents free of charge to support the objectives of our Community Safety and Crime Prevention Plan 2022-2027. Once tightened using a hand-held screwdriver, the anti-theft screws permanently secure the registration plate to the vehicle preventing removal or theft.

The screws are available for collection from the Civic Centre reception during business hours.

Safe & Found WA is an initiative of Western Australia Police Force (WA Police Force) and Australia Medic Alert Foundation. It supports people living with dementia, autism or a cognitive impairment who might be at risk of becoming lost or reported as missing. A Safe & Found ID bracelet is provided for registered people to wear when out in the public, which is engraved with the details needed to return people safety if they become lost or disoriented.

For more information visit safeandfound.org.au or call 1800 882 222.

The City has been a registered RoadWise Council since 2023. This designation offers a range of benefits, including priority access to the road safety services and products provided by the Western Australian Local Government Association (WALGA), as well as dedicated support from an assigned Road Safety Advisor.

Additionally, the City receives formal recognition for its road safety management initiatives and actions, along with assistance in benchmarking and monitoring progress through the RoadWise Recognised initiative.

Resources

In an Emergency: 000 This includes immediate threats to people or property or if a serious crime is in progress.

Police Assistance: 131 444

Kensington Police Station: 9474 7555 Monday to Friday 8am-4pm

Crime Stoppers: 1800 333 000 or download the Eyes on the Street app on Apple or Google Play.

RoadWise WA

Safe and Found WA: 1800 882 222

Neighbourhood Watch WA

Enquire about community safety programs

Community Safety and Crime Prevention Plan 2022-2027 [ pdf - 3.2 MB ]