POLICE have urged residents to join community speed watch groups as motorists will "visibly slow down" if they see a group. 

In letter to the public posted on Neighbourhood Matters, West Mercia Police said: "We recognise that excessive and inappropriate speeds of vehicles on our roads can affect the quality of life for many communities.

"There are currently many Community Speed Watch groups set up across all three counties whereby speed can be monitored, and the data is collected and used to determine the cause of the problem and what action can be taken.

"Volunteers conduct speed checks in groups in an area where there is a concern about speeding vehicles.

"There has been a large amount of feedback to suggest that motorists visibly slow down they see the volunteers by the roadside carrying out speed monitoring. 

"If you would like to be a part of a Community Speed Watch in your area, please get in touch with us. 

"Thank you for your help, it is only by the police and the public working together that we can prevent and detect crime."