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Consultation process
Greenock West and Gourock: Community ConversationLet's Talk About Community Safety in Greenock West and Gourock
How do you feel about the overall safety of our community in the Greenock West and Gourock locality, and what are your biggest concerns or worries?
What steps do you think our community should take to improve safety and security for everyone?
Are there specific spaces, areas, or neighbourhoods within Greenock West and Gourock that you feel are particularly unsafe, and why?
How do you believe we can better communicate and collaborate as a community to address safety concerns?
Are there any specific safety initiatives or programs that you've seen implemented elsewhere that you think would be beneficial for our community?
Do you know who to report community safety concerns to? Do you have confidence in reporting your concerns?
Tell us what matters to you and share your ideas in the feedback box below
Gourock library 11.02.2025
There should be improved street lighting throughout Gourock.
I think there should be improved powers / support for transport police / wardens.
I think there should be more funding opportunities for youth working groups.
Gourock library 10/02/2025
More local community engagement, it would maybe provide the opportunity to meet neighbours and get to know them to discuss concerns.
Police should be living within communities. Rather than outwith the area. Our communities should have variety within each neighbourhood.
Maintenance doesn’t seem to happen. Smelly drains gulleys. Uneven pavements , numerous potholes.
Unfortunately there seems to be problems at times, sometimes vandalism. Perhaps there are some who are in need of some meaningful activities for their time. Maybe the youngsters could be involved in a scheme which allows them some opportunities to make use of their time, energy, creativity, etc in a positive constructive / productive way. Something that gives them purpose, value , possibly status or qualification/s towards a better future.
A zebra crossing or and island to cross the street on Albert Road would make it much safer to cross also the lack of buses is making the older residents reluctant to leave the house especially at night (Coppermine Your Voice Warm Spaces 10/02/25) PF
Need traffic lights and a pedestrian crossing on Albert Road and Ashton Road as cars go very fast and have to cross in between parked cars which makes it hard to see cars coming especially when there's a problem with speeding on that stretch of road (Coppermine Your Voice Warm Spaces 10/02/25) PF
Parklea Branching Out 23.01.2025
I would like a higher warden presence in the community or even a higher police presence.
The lights at the Battery park are vital as this could be a large zone unlit.
Parklea Branching Out feedback 23.01.2025
I think there should always be a sweep of the environment conducted by the council to ensure pavements and roads are in good condition.
Feedback at Parklea Branching Out 23.01.2025
- My local community can be relatively safe in terms of inclusion although the condition of the area makes it feel unsafe, there should be something in place to identify depravation / issues within the community to avoid something like road accidents.
- Community meetings could be moved online to help people address their concerns and issues.
- Regarding safety concerns, my work implemented a board for repairs and possible timeframe. It would be good if something like this was implemented within the communities as i feel like there's too much uncertainty when it comes to repairs or concerns people address.
- To be honest, I have a vague idea of who to address concerns to but some clarification would be good.