Police based in the new Tile Hill sector house in Coventry will be knocking on doors this weekend to get to know members of the community.

They will be offering crime prevention and security advice to people in the Jardine Crescent area on Saturday and Sunday.

The base in Tile Hill Lane was opened yesterday to give officers a chance to get closer to their community.

Sgt Judith Grubb said her team aimed to visit around 350 households.

She added the crime reduction officer PC John Nicholson, and Elaine Hale, the Neighbourhood Watch support officer will also be in the area to give advice.

Members of the fire service are also expected to join to tours on Saturday afternoon to give residents fire safety tips.

Sgt Grubb said:

“It will be a good opportunity for people to consult us and share any concerns about the neighbourhood that they might have.”