safer-beds thanks to Ringmaster?

What do you think of this service? Have you used it? Let me know!
Here is what the police say:

"Ringmaster is a computerised crime messaging system run by Bedfordshire Police, which offers local residents, Neighbourhood Watch members, businesses, farms, and Bedfordshire Police’s partners, throughout Bedfordshire, details about crime and community events in their local area.
• The service is free to everyone.
• You don’t need to be involved in Neighbourhood Watch to join Ringmaster.
• You can receive information via email direct to your computer, view your messages online, or receive messages via phone at a time to suit you.
• Receive crime reduction advice and help tackle crime in your local area.
• Currently we have 12,000 members of the public and other partner agencies registered on the system.
You can join Ringmaster by applying online at www.safer-beds.org or alternatively you can phone 01234 275288, or 01582 394023 if you live in Luton, and an application form can be sent through the post."