Work by the Metropolitan Police in Bromley has resulted in a 35 per cent reduction in robbery and a 15 per cent decrease in knife crime, the force reports.

Superintendent Luke Baldock, leading neighbourhood policing in the borough, attributed these shifts to a targeted focus on violence, the area's most concerning crime.

According to Superintendent Baldock, law enforcement activities peak during the warmer, shorter nights, reflecting the yearly spike in violent crime.

He said: "As the local Superintendent dedicated to the area, my officers and I know how much it concerns the community, which is why we dedicate significant attention to apprehending the most violent offenders."

Bromley police are utilising a dual-pronged approach informed by community concerns as well as objective data.

Superintendent Baldock explained: "Our work is always driven by two things: the concerns you raise with us and data.

"We use these to make sure we focus our officers, such as parts of the town centre, where violent crimes tend to concentrate."

In a further enhancement to their strategy, the police use radio information to heighten their visibility during key times in specific locations where crime rates are highest.

As Superintendent Baldock said: "By doing this we have seen a 35 per cent reduction in robbery across borough and a 15 per cent reduction in knife crime."

Yet, despite these achievements, Superintendent Baldock confirmed that the police would not become complacent, continuing their efforts with high-visibility patrols and partnerships with specialised teams who target gang leaders and violent offenders.

Addressing local residents' concerns over anti-social behaviour, Superintendent Baldock said: "We know that lower-level crimes like this can progress into more serious violence, so tackling this is key to making the borough look and feel safer.

"We are here for you and are listening.

“If you are worried and see my officers, please do not hesitate to approach them and ask for help.”