WANGARATTA police are urging community members to share constructive feedback on the state of local policing as part of Victoria Police's annual community sentiment survey.

Officers throughout the Wangaratta police service area have frequented local businesses in recent weeks, urging residents to share their safety concerns and police experiences before the end of April.

Wangaratta local area commander, Senior Sergeant Joel Hughes, said the initiative would help inform police practice over the coming months.

"Wangaratta police would like to encourage the community to participate in the annual community sentiment survey," he said.

"While our doors are always open, this survey gives local Wangaratta residents and businesses an opportunity to tell us about your community safety concerns, engagement preferences and experiences of local police.

"Our first and foremost priority is always the safety of the community."

To complete the survey, visit https://engage.vic.gov.au/annual–victoria–police–community–sentiment–survey–2023.