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Altea Boosts Public Safety with New Police Motorcycles and Expanded Surveillance Resources

Altea / 15 April 2026

Altea Town Council has strengthened its public safety capabilities with the introduction of six new motorcycles for the local police force, alongside wider investment in technology, personnel and specialist units.

The new vehicles, unveiled by Mayor Diego Zaragozí, Councillor for Traffic and Citizen Security Deo Sánchez, and Police Chief Vicente Soler, are designed to improve mobility and response times across the municipality.

Improved Mobility Across Key Areas

The €70,000 investment includes:

Four Yamaha scooters for patrols in the town centre and historic areas
Two 500cc Honda motorcycles for deployment in coastal, rural and mountainous zones

Officials say the expanded fleet will allow officers to respond more quickly and operate more efficiently in both densely populated and hard-to-reach areas.

“This investment reflects our commitment to ensuring the safety of all residents throughout the year,” said Deo Sánchez.

Wider Security Upgrades

The new motorcycles form part of a broader strategy to modernise policing in Altea.

Additional measures include:

Deployment of a police drone
Installation of new video surveillance cameras
Expansion of the police workforce to 41 officers

The council has also introduced specialised units, including:

A Gender Violence Unit
An Agent Tutors Unit working with young people
A Road Safety Education Unit
Funded Through Budget Surplus

The investment has been financed using municipal budget surpluses from the previous financial year, which officials say reflects strong fiscal management.

Police Chief Vicente Soler confirmed that the council opted to purchase the vehicles outright rather than lease them, citing better long-term value.

He also noted that officers were involved in selecting and testing the motorcycles, which were already used during recent Easter operations.

Focus on Safety and Community Confidence

Local authorities say the upgrades are aimed at improving both operational efficiency and public confidence in policing services.

With Altea continuing to attract residents and visitors year-round, the council emphasised the importance of maintaining a modern, well-equipped police force capable of responding to evolving security needs.

🌴 What’s On This Week – Costa Blanca

(Benidorm & surrounding areas)

Overview

This week across Benidorm, Altea, Albir, Finestrat, and La Nucía is mainly:

Weekly markets and street trading

Live music in bars and small venues

Early spring coastal tourism activity (boat trips, promenades)

Small cultural events and exhibitions

Gradual build-up toward May festivals in Benidorm

BENIDORM – Events and Activity

Markets and street life

Wednesday and Sunday main street markets (large general markets for clothing, food, and goods)
Old Town craft stalls operating in the evenings
Night markets becoming more active as tourist season builds

Cultural activity

Early preparations and signage for the Medieval Market coming soon in central Benidorm
Small pop-up performances in Old Town squares (musicians, street entertainment)

Nightlife and entertainment

Live music every night across the main strips (cover bands, tribute acts, karaoke)
DJ sets and bar entertainment increasing toward peak season
Rooftop bars and terrace venues reopening more consistently

Overall feel

Benidorm is in an active pre-summer phase with strong nightlife and steady tourist flow.

ALTEA – Cultural and coastal atmosphere

Old Town and culture
Art galleries and artisan shops open daily
Small exhibitions and cultural displays in local venues

Live music

Acoustic and low-key live music in bars around Old Town and seafront areas
Occasional weekend performances in Irish and cocktail bars

Sea activities

Boat trips operating from Altea harbour including:
Coastal cruises
Sunset sailing trips
Swimming stops depending on weather conditions

Overall feel

Quiet, scenic, and cultural with a strong focus on relaxation rather than nightlife.

ALBIR / ALFÀS DEL PI – Mixed expat and local activity

Markets

Friday weekly street market with food, clothing, and household goods
Nearby Sunday markets in Altea also attract visitors from the area

Live music

Regular pub and bar entertainment, especially in Irish and rock-themed venues
Weekly live bands and acoustic performances across multiple venues

Cultural venues

Casa de Cultura hosting small theatre events, exhibitions, and community activities
Regular local group meetings and social clubs

Overall feel

Balanced area with both relaxed daytime atmosphere and active evenings.

LA NUCÍA – Local and sporting focus

Markets

Sunday rastro (large flea market with antiques, tools, clothes, and food stalls)
Entertainment
Occasional live music in local bars, mostly weekends

Sports activity

Large sports complex hosting training camps, tournaments, and weekend events

Overall feel

Quiet residential town with activity concentrated around weekends and sports events.

FINESTRAT – Beach and market lifestyle

Markets

Tuesday and Saturday markets in La Cala area with a mix of local produce and goods

Beachfront activity

Beach bars and restaurants increasingly open in the evenings
Sunset dining season beginning again

Entertainment

Low-key live music in beachfront bars rather than organised events

Overall feel

Relaxed coastal town focused on beach life and casual evenings.

OVERALL SUMMARY

Benidorm: busiest area with nightlife, markets, and entertainment

Altea: cultural, scenic, and relaxed

Albir / Alfàs del Pi: balanced mix of live music and expat social life

La Nucía: local, quiet, and sports-focused

Finestrat: beach-oriented and low-key

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