Neighborhood alert, or neighborhood crime watch, is a program in which community members patrol their neighborhoods to identify and report suspicious activity. A neighborhood alert program can be used in conjunction with home security systems, or by itself to help neighbors deter crimes, vandalism, and other unwanted activities in their area.

Many communities use neighborhood alert to help keep their residents safe, and to deter criminals from targeting homes and businesses. The program can also help make the community feel more secure and a safer place to live, as well as foster a sense of community spirit.

While neighborhood watch programs are primarily focused on observation and communication, some communities go beyond that to actively patrol their streets. These groups typically work in conjunction with law enforcement, and are trained to recognize and report suspicious behavior. In addition to reporting a crime to the proper authorities, they can be a great resource for educating citizens on how to protect their property and stay safe.

If you live in a neighborhood that uses a neighbor alert system, you can call the tip line to leave information about suspicious people and vehicles in your neighborhood. You can even include details, such as how many people were in the vehicle and their ages. Your neighbors can also use the tip line to let you know if they will be out of town for any length of time, and who, if anyone, will be staying at their house. This can let your neighbors and your neighborhood watch patrol know to keep extra eyes on that house for the duration of their trip.