Officersin Four Oaks say they have stepped up patrols following a spate of burglaries, vehicle theft and anti-social behaviour, West Midlands Police has said.

Patrols increased

The Four Oaks Neighbourhood Teams said officers had been deployed to Mere Green retail areas to deter shoplifters, and to Hill Hook Nature Reserve and Badgers Bank Road after residents reported anti-social behaviour.

Burglary attempts

In their weekly update to the community, the teams said two burglary attempts had been recorded in the area. On Monday 26 October 2026 at about 2pm, intruders entered a property on Dower Road through a rear patio door, although nothing was taken. On Monday 2 November 2026 at about 9.15pm, offenders tried to force a rear kitchen window on Highbury Road but were disturbed and fled empty-handed.

Vehicle stolen

Separately, a vehicle was stolen from Lichfield Road on Saturday 31 October 2026. Offenders drilled the lock on a rear door and took the keys to a Black Edition Audi A7 before driving it away.

Crime prevention advice

Police are urging owners of keyless entry vehicles to keep their keys in a Faraday pouch and to check regularly that it is still working, whether at home or out and about, to prevent thieves intercepting the signal. A steering wheel lock has also been recommended as a visual deterrent.

Residents have been reminded to lock all windows and doors, avoid leaving keys in doors, particularly where there is a cat or dog flap, and to make homes appear occupied before going out.

Police surgeries announced

PCSO Gill Whittingham will hold a series of police surgeries where residents can raise local issues or seek crime prevention advice.

• The first is on Saturday 7 November 2026 from 10am to 11am at the Harvest Fields Centre on Harvest Fields Way.
• A second session will be held at the same venue on Thursday 12 November 2026 from 7pm to 8pm, alongside local councillors.
• A third is scheduled for Thursday 11 November 2026 from 7pm to 8pm at Four Oaks Tennis Club on Bracebridge Road, although residents have been advised to confirm the weekday, as 11 November 2026 falls on a Wednesday.

Community engagement

Officers also attended Four Oaks Baptist Church in Sutton Coldfield to discuss local issues with residents and provide crime prevention advice. Street Watch patrols were carried out with groups at Sutton Park, Dunton Close and Harvest Fields, while a Community Speed Watch on Little Sutton Road resulted in warning letters being sent to those recorded exceeding the speed limit, with the results passed to the Road Harm Team.

This response is AI-generated and for reference purposes only.

The Four Oaks Neighbourhood Teams have issued their latest weekly update, covering residential burglaries, car thefts, anti-social behaviour patrols and community engagement across Four Oaks, Mere Green and Harvest Fields.

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Patrols in Mere Green and Badgers Bank

West Midlands Police officers have carried out patrols in the Mere Green retail areas to deter shoplifters, as well as at Hill Hook Nature Reserve and Badgers Bank Road, following reports of anti-social behaviour from residents.

While patrolling Badgers Bank, officers observed two residents acting in an anti-social manner. Both individuals were spoken to and reported to the Housing Association.

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Residential burglary in Four Oaks

Three residential burglaries have been reported in the Four Oaks neighbourhood:

• Lichfield Road – Tuesday 6th October 2026, between 04:30 and 05:00. Offenders gained access via a side door; nothing was stolen as they were disturbed.
• Heathfield Road – Between Friday 9th and Sunday 11th October 2026. Offenders gained entry via an insecure rear door and a handbag was stolen.
• Harvest Fields Way – Between Tuesday 13th and Wednesday 14th October 2026. Offenders attempted to snap the lock on a side door; entry was unsuccessful and nothing was stolen.

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Car theft in Four Oaks: Worcester Lane and Ethlered Close

Two vehicles have been reported stolen:

• Worcester Lane – Saturday 10th October 2026 at 00:00. A bronze Lexus was stolen by unknown means.
• Ethlered Close – Between Friday 9th and Saturday 10th October 2026, 21:30 to 08:50. A red Jaguar was stolen by unknown means.

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Keyless car theft: Faraday pouches

Owners of keyless entry vehicles are urged to keep their keys in a Faraday pouch and to check regularly that the pouch is still working — whether at home or out and about. This prevents thieves from intercepting the signal. A steering wheel lock is also recommended as a visual deterrent.

For more crime prevention advice, visit:

• West Midlands Police crime prevention
• Secured by Design

Residents are reminded to lock all windows and doors, avoid leaving keys in doors (especially with a cat or dog flap), and make homes look occupied before going out.

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Police surgeries in Mere Green and Four Oaks

Surgeries were held at:

• Four Oaks Baptist Church, Mere Green
• Four Oaks Tennis Club, Four Oaks
• Harvest Fields Centre, Roughly — Councillors Harry Parmar and Michael Hunt also attended

Officers spoke with residents about local issues and provided crime prevention advice.

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Street Watch volunteers needed

A Street Watch patrol was carried out by the Hill Village Street Watch group, and the team thanked all volunteers.

Volunteers are needed for Street Watch groups on Hill Village Road, Dunton Close and Harvest Fields Estate. Reply to the message for more information.

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School parking patrols: Coppice, Four Oaks and Hill West

Parking patrols were carried out at Coppice Junior and Infant, Four Oaks Junior and Infant and Hill West Junior and Infant schools.

The Four Oaks Neighbourhood Team is working with schools to deter inconsiderate parking outside schools. While taxed and insured vehicles can park on the public highway, issues arise when vehicles park on yellow lines and zigzags, on footpaths, double park, or obstruct driveways — an obstruction offence that carries the risk of a fine.

Residents are asked to park correctly to keep children safe.

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Contact Four Oaks neighbourhood team

For more information about Street Watch volunteering or local policing issues, reply to the team’s message.

Four Oaks Neighbourhood Teams, West Midlands Police

Local police will be hosting a number of surgeries over the coming days, giving residents the chance to raise local concerns and receive crime prevention advice.

The first will be held at Four Oaks Baptist Church on Tuesday 13th October 2026, between 10am and 11am, where PCSO Gill Whittingham will be available to speak to residents.

The second will take place at Four Oaks Tennis Club, Hartopp Road, B74 2QR, on Wednesday 14th October 2026, between 7pm and 8pm, again with PCSO Gill Whittingham.

The third will be at Harvest Fields Centre, Harvest Fields Way, B75 5TJ, on Thursday 15th October 2026, between 7pm and 8pm, and will be held with Councillor Harry Parmer.

Across all three events, residents are invited to come along and have a chat about any issues in the area or to get practical crime prevention advice.

PCSO Gill Whittingham to host open surgery in Four Oaks

Sutton Coldfield, UK – Residents of Four Oaks and the surrounding Sutton Coldfield areas are being invited to meet their local policing team this Friday.

The West Midlands Police has announced that PCSO Gill Whittingham (ID 30809) will be holding a dedicated Police Surgery at the Four Oaks Baptist Church.

This is a prime opportunity for locals to engage directly with their Neighborhood Policing Team (NPT) regarding community safety and local concerns.

Details at a glance

• Date: Friday, 2nd October 2026
• Time: 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
• Location: Four Oaks Baptist Church, Sutton Coldfield
• Host: PCSO Gill Whittingham (Birmingham Sutton Four Oaks)

What to expect

The surgery is designed as an informal drop-in session. According to the official notice, attendees are encouraged to “come along and have a chat.”