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Safety & Community Resources

Official alerts from West Midlands Police, Fire Service and Ambulance — plus emergency contacts and support services for Kings Heath.

🚨 In an emergency always call 999Non-emergency police: 101  ·  NHS urgent: 111

Official Emergency Service Alerts

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Security Tips

🏠 Home Security

✦Lock all doors and windows when leaving, even for a short time
✦Install a BS3621 deadlock on all external doors
✦Use timer plugs on lights to simulate occupancy when away
✦Don't leave valuables visible through windows
✦Consider a video doorbell — a visible deterrent to burglars
✦Register your valuables at immobilise.com with a UV pen
✦Keep your garden gate locked and don't leave ladders outside
✦Join your local Neighbourhood Watch scheme

🚗 Car Security

✦Always lock your car, even on your driveway
✦Never leave valuables on display — even loose change
✦Keep your car keys away from the front door (relay theft)
✦Consider a steering wheel lock for high-theft-risk vehicles
✦Park in well-lit areas where possible
✦Register your car on the national NMPR database
✦Use a faraday pouch for keyless entry fobs

🚶 Personal Safety

✦Be aware of your surroundings — avoid distractions on your phone
✦Keep bags close to your body with clasps facing inward
✦Trust your instincts — if somewhere feels unsafe, leave
✦Share your location with someone when travelling alone at night
✦Keep your phone charged when going out
✦Note nearby safe spaces: shops, pubs, pharmacies
✦If followed, head to a busy public place or shop and ask for help

Community Resources & Contacts

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Emergency Services

Emergency (Police/Fire/Ambulance)

Life-threatening emergencies only

999

Non-Emergency Police

Report crime, get advice

101

West Midlands Fire Service

Non-emergency fire queries

03300 589 000

NHS 111

Urgent medical advice, not life-threatening

111

Birmingham A&E (QE Hospital)

Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Edgbaston

0121 627 2000
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Report Crime

West Midlands Police Online

Report crime online

Crimestoppers

100% anonymous tip line

0800 555 111

Action Fraud

Report fraud and cybercrime

0300 123 2040

WMNow Alerts

Sign up for local police alerts by email

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Domestic Abuse

Men's Advice Line

Support for male victims

0808 801 0327

LGBTQ+ Galop Helpline

Support for LGBTQ+ people

0800 999 5428

Birmingham & Solihull MARAC

Local high-risk DA support

Refuge

Safe accommodation & support

0808 2000 247
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Mental Health

Samaritans

24/7, free, confidential

116 123

Crisis Text Line

Free crisis text support

Text SHOUT to 85258

Birmingham & Solihull Mental Health Crisis

24/7 local crisis line

0800 915 9292

Mind Birmingham

Local mental health support

0121 262 3555

Papyrus (under 35s)

Youth suicide prevention

0800 068 4141
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Older People

Age UK Birmingham

Advice, support, befriending

0121 437 0033

Silver Line

24/7 helpline for older people

0800 4 70 80 90

Birmingham Older Peoples Hub

Council support for over 65s

0121 303 1234
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Homelessness

Birmingham City Council Housing

Homeless prevention & support

0121 303 7410

St Basils (young people)

Support for 16-25 year olds

0121 772 2483

Birmingham Homeless Outreach

Street outreach referral

Streetlink

Report a rough sleeper

0300 500 0914
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Neighbourhood Watch

Neighbourhood Watch Network

Join or set up a local watch

Kings Heath Neighbourhood Watch

Contact via WM Police local team

Report suspicious activity

Non-emergency police line

101

Ring doorbell / CCTV scheme

Register with WM Police

Alerts sourced directly from:

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