Get alleygates
Alleygating is a very simple crime reduction measure that can successfully reduce burglaries, antisocial behaviour and fly-tipping.
They are lockable steel gates that can be installed at the end of back alleyways and passages.
Apply for an alley gate
To apply for an alley gate:
- We'll need to assess your street.
- If you're eligible, we'll help you with the application process.
Email community.safety@rochdale.gov.uk to start the application process
Benefits of alley gates
Where installed crimes like burglary, theft and criminal damage have been reduced. Even better, a significant number of residents say they feel safer.
As well as reducing burglaries, there are other advantages like:
- Reduced fear of crime
- Reduction in malicious fires
- Safer play areas for your children
- Reduced opportunities for fly-tipping and littering
- Reduced opportunities for youths to cause annoyance – this could mean anything from drinking in the alleys to taking drugs, and illegal off road biking.
- Fewer problems with stray dogs
- Improved community spirit, and a sense of ownership of the alleys
- Reduced opportunities for fly-tipping and littering