Eighteen crimes were reported in the Steeton and Eastburn area in March. Parish councillors were told the figure included one burglary, one assault, two domestic incidents and four incidents of criminal damage. Police asked councillors to make a note of any vehicles being used to collect scrap metal. Residents were reminded that as the evenings grow lighter, they should take all tools inside after working in their gardens. Information leaflets about Steeton’s new cold calling zone will be delivered to residents shortly.