Policing in Salisbury, previously known as New Sarum, can be traced back to the 18th century when a local militia known as Brodie's Volunteers were instructed to watch over the city.
They were overseen by the Salisbury Watch Commission who decided to disband the thirteen constables in 1836 in favour of forming a more official-looking organisation.
[citation needed] In May 1836 the decision to dress the constables in a new uniform was made; it was to be similar to other forces with the letters 'NSP' (New Sarum Police) on the collar.
Mr John Bunter was the first Superintending Constable, earning £40 a year.
[3] During World War II, Salisbury City Police decided to temporarily amalgamate with Wiltshire Constabulary.