The Wards of Livermead, Chelston and Cockington are set in the south-western area of Torquay. The village of Cockington lies between Livermead and Chelston and is famous for its historical thatched roof cottages and Cockington Court set within the country park. The Country Park is a popular venue for Fairs, Fetes and concerts. It is also a very popular area for dog walkers and ramblers. Livermead is a popular residential area, which is located on an area of highland overlooking the bay. Preston Primary School is located on the edge of Livermead close to the border of Paignton. Chelston is one of the oldest historic areas of Torquay and is nestled within a valley running from the area of Shiphay, down to the sea front at Torre Abbey Sands and Corbyn Head. Chelston has many popular public parks, namely Victoria, Pretty and Armada. Both of the Torquay Grammar Schools are located within Chelston along with Cockington Primary and Sherwell Valley School. Both of Torquay’s train stations are also located within the beat area of Chelston.

When to call

You can call 101 or email 101 or complete the online crime reporting form to:

• report a non-urgent crime
  • if your car, bicycle or mobile phone has been stolen
  • if your garden shed has been broken into
  • if your property has been damaged
  • if you suspect drug use or dealing in your area
  • if you want to give the police information about crime in your area
• contact local officers or you can email your local team
• get crime prevention advice or check the crime prevention section
• make us aware of policing issues in your local area or you can email you local team
• make an appointment with a police officer
• talk to us about other non-emergency policing matters

Remember...

The 101 number does not replace 999, which should be used for all emergencies especially when:

• a crime is happening
• offenders are nearby
• someone is injured
• someone’s life is being threatened