Performance and Measurement
Force Assessment - Northumbria
Back to previous pageEach assessment made about the force in the seven key performance areas is shown here. A summary of force performance is also provided, and additionally, users can view the force’s assessments in comparison to its peers. Finally, basic factual information about the force is shown.
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| Performance Areas | Delivery | Direction |
|---|---|---|
| Reducing Crime | Excellent | Improved |
| Investigating Crime | Good | Deteriorated |
| Promoting Safety | Good | Improved |
| Providing Assistance | Good | Stable |
| Citizen Focus | Fair | Improved |
| Resource Use | Good | Improved |
| Local Policing | Excellent | Stable |
Summary of HMIC baseline assessments.
Northumbria Constabulary covers a diverse area, combining the geographically remote rural area of Northumberland with the densely populated inner city areas along the river corridors of the Tyne and Wear. It also contains areas of relative prosperity with areas of significant deprivation.
The force performed very well in 2004/05. Despite undertaking a significant change process the force continued to deliver significant reductions in crime and maintained a high detection rate. Furthermore, the force delivered very strong levels of performance in other operational areas.
Northumbria is progressing six areas of reform over the next five years to deliver a force which provides a 'Total Policing' service. They are: leadership, performance management, marketing, partnership, training, and strategic resource management.
The main challenge for the force in 2005/06 is to maintain and improve its high level of overall performance.
For futher information see the full baseline assessment.
Police Authority Chair: Mick Henry
Authority Website: www.northumbria-police-authority.org
Chief Constable: Michael Craik
Force Website: www.northumbria.police.uk
Staff Numbers:
- Police Officers: 4088
- Police Staff: 1491
- Community Support Officers: 130
- Other Staff: 107
- Special Constables: 240
Budget 2005/06: £249.8m
