HQ Function

Central command and administrative hub for the force, housing senior leadership, specialist departments (such as major crime investigation, firearms, and operations), and strategic planning functions for policing operations across Avon and Somerset.

Notable Features:

Modern, purpose-built facility housing advanced central communication and control rooms (CCC), forensic services, major crime investigation suites, and dedicated training facilities to support operational policing.

Work Culture:

A demanding and dynamic environment focused on public service, integrity, teamwork, and professional development. Officers and staff are committed to upholding the law, supporting diverse communities, and adhering to the Code of Ethics for policing. The HQ environment supports collaboration between specialist units and strategic decision-making.

HQ Significance:

Serves as the strategic nerve centre for the force, enabling coordinated responses to major incidents, crime management, resource deployment, and the delivery of consistent policing services across the entire region.

Values Reflected in HQ: Efficiency, professionalism, collaboration, public accountability, and a commitment to modern policing practices through centralized resources, advanced technology, and strategic oversight.

Location:

Avon and Somerset Police's primary operational focus is within its designated geographical area in South West England. However, it collaborates with national agencies such as the National Crime Agency (NCA), Regional Organised Crime Units (ROCUs), and other UK police forces on cross-border investigations and national security matters. International cooperation occurs through established channels like Interpol and Europol when incidents or investigations have an international dimension, such as serious organised crime, counter-terrorism, or extraditions.

Street Address:

Valley Road

City:

Portishead

State/Province:

Somerset

Country:

United Kingdom