Durham Constabulary

Durham Constabulary polices a predominantly rural and semi-rural county with a strong industrial heritage, covering communities from cathedral city to former pit villages. The force has been recognised nationally for its innovative approaches to early intervention, diversion, and reducing offending. Durham operates a combined fire and rescue and police service model for certain specialist capabilities.

Area Covered

Durham Constabulary covers County Durham and the Borough of Darlington in north-east England. The force area includes the city of Durham, numerous former mining communities, and significant rural and upland areas including parts of the Pennines.