It is so important to us to celebrate the great, often unique, work that our volunteers do. These awards, sponsored by ERA, recognise individuals whose work goes above and beyond - making a real change in their communities. The five categories are:
Innovation and reach
Crime prevention
Community health and wellbeing
Young volunteer award
Special recognition award
Eligibility
All nominees must be Neighbourhood Watch volunteers with exception of the young person’s category.
How to nominate
Nominations for 2026 are now closed.
2026 Winners
Crime prevention - Andrew Burton - West Yorkshire
Special Recognition Award - Mary Irons - Sussex
Innovation & Reach - Louise Barton - Staffordshire
Young Volunteer - Michael Ashurst-Wheeler - London
Health & Wellbeing - Trelewis NW Scheme - South Wales
2026 Highly Commended
Crime prevention - Chris Abalain - Bolton, Greater Manchester
Health & Wellbeing - Chris Royce - Gloucestershire
Young Volunteer - Aizah-Rose Nauman - West Yorkshire
Innovation & Reach - David Spencer - Staffordshire
Special Recognition Award - Michael Bailey - Lancashire