Mission Five
Safe and protected, with confident, cohesive communities
This mission focuses on creating a safer, more confident, and more cohesive Bolton. We will work with communities and partners to reduce crime, strengthen local voice, and create cleaner, greener neighbourhoods where people feel proud to live.
Safer communities Community voice Cleaner, greener Bolton
We will take a prevention-led approach to community safety, empower local people to shape decisions, and improve the quality and environment of neighbourhoods across the borough.
What success looks like
Safer communities
By 2030
- Effective multi‑agency action reduces exploitation, cuts crime and breaks cycles of reoffending.
By 2035
- Investment in prevention and early intervention significantly reduces crime rates and improves long‑term community resilience.
By 2040
- Bolton is a safe borough where exploitation is prevented and residents feel protected and empowered.
Stronger community voice and cohesion
By 2030
- Robust ways for residents to influence local decisions strengthen community cohesion.
By 2035
- Community voice drives local priorities and helps shape services.
By 2040
- Residents play an active role in decision‑making across all neighbourhoods.
A cleaner, greener Bolton
By 2030
- Carbon emissions are reduced as Bolton works toward net zero.
By 2035
- Community infrastructure is adapted to climate change, and Bolton’s natural environment is protected.
By 2040
- Bolton has a flourishing green economy supported by sustainable travel options.
How we’ll deliver it
- Expand prevention and early intervention to reduce crime and exploitation.
- Empower communities through improved engagement and co‑production.
- Invest in green infrastructure and cleaner neighbourhoods.
- Strengthen partnership working to tackle complex challenges.
Programmes & initiatives
Safe Bolton Partnership
Community safety, crime prevention, and reduction of exploitation.
Community Voice & Cohesion
Strengthening resident engagement, inclusion, and neighbourhood cohesion.
Cleaner & Greener Bolton
Environmental improvements, climate action and sustainable transport.
Who we’ll work with
Police & community safety partners VCSE & resident groups Environmental organisations Neighbourhood & housing partners Transport & climate partners
Downloads
Bolton2040 Safe and Protected Graphics Pack
Visuals to use as part of the Safe and Protected mission segment (Mission 5).
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Bolton Vision