Lost and found in Durham, New Hampshire: where to report and search for your belongings
Lost property in Durham is managed by the Durham Police Department, COAST Bus for transit items, UNH Police for campus losses, and individual businesses. ReportLost files your report with the appropriate local office and keeps your report active, automatically matching it against new found items as they arrive.
What did you lose?
If there isn’t an adequate suggestion, select “Other – My item isn’t listed” and enter the item’s category. You can provide details later.
Publishing your report is free and your details stay private. The assisted search is a separate paid service, described in the Terms.
Recent activity
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Local contact details reviewed on October 7, 2026.
How ReportLost helps you recover lost items in Durham
You report your loss
Describe what you lost, where, and when. We ask for enough detail so the right local office can recognize your item if it turns up.
We route your report to the right places
We file your report with the Durham Police Department, transit services, or other relevant local offices depending on where you lost your item. We tell you which office has your report and how to follow up directly if you prefer.
Your report stays active and searching
For 12 months, your report automatically matches against new lost and found posts, local announcements, and marketplace listings. You'll receive an alert if a credible match appears, so you don't have to check community boards or shelter websites every day.
Lost and found services in Durham, New Hampshire
Contact information and procedures for the main local channels
Durham Police Department
The police department is the main lost and found office for items found around town. Call them to report a loss or to check if someone has turned in what you're looking for. We file your report where the department accepts third-party filings and provide you the exact contact details so you can follow up directly.
Call 603-868-2324|Email police@ci.durham.nh.us|86 Dover Road, Durham, NH 03824
COAST Bus Lost and Found
If you left your keys, glasses, backpack, or other items on a regional COAST bus, contact their customer service line. Drivers log lost items at the end of each shift, and COAST staff can tell you whether your item has been turned in. We generate the exact details you'll need when you call.
UNH Police Department (Campus Lost and Found)
Losses on UNH's campus, in university buildings, or on campus shuttle services are handled by UNH Police. They maintain a lost and found for items turned in at the department or recovered around the university. Call their non-emergency line to report or inquire.
Local businesses and public places
Shops, restaurants, libraries, and other venues in Durham keep lost items at their front desk or customer service counter. If you remember where you lost your wallet, phone, or glasses, contact that business directly. We help you prepare a clear description so staff can quickly check their lost and found bins.
Lost pet
A missing dog or cat requires rapid outreach to local shelters, animal control, and pet recovery networks. Contact the Upper Valley Humane Society, check PawBoost postings, and post in Durham pet groups on Facebook and Reddit. For priority support and active 12-month tracking specific to lost pets, file a priority lost pet report.
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Report your lost item and let us handle the coordination
Once you file your report, the hard part is done. We route it to the Durham Police Department, COAST Bus, UNH Police, or other relevant offices, and your report stays active for a full year, matching against new found items posted online and shared locally. No need to call back every few days or refresh community boards yourself.
Report my lost item →Losing a wallet, phone, ID, or cherished item like a ring or watch in Durham means reaching out to several different offices, each with its own phone number, hours, and procedures. The Durham Police Department handles items found around town, COAST Bus covers transit losses, UNH Police manages campus discoveries, and local shops keep their own records. Coordinating across all of them takes time you may not have.
ReportLost simplifies the search by filing your report with the right office immediately and maintaining an active watch for 12 months. Once you've described your lost item, our team routes it to the places that matter, and your report keeps searching for matches in local found-item announcements and groups. You stay in control, file where departments accept third-party reports, and receive an alert the moment something credible emerges.
Common places where items are lost in Durham
Report your loss and let us know the general area so we can point you to the right office
UNH campus
Buildings, parking areas, dining halls, and transit shuttle buses on the University of New Hampshire campus are covered by UNH Police.
Downtown Durham and Main Street
Retail shops, restaurants, and public spaces in the center of town fall under Durham Police Department jurisdiction.
COAST Bus routes and transit stops
Regional bus services connect Durham to surrounding towns; lost items on buses are handled by COAST customer service.
Residential neighborhoods
Items lost in yards, driveways, or neighborhood parks are typically reported to Durham Police or posted in local Facebook groups.
Community groups where lost items are posted
Local residents and organizations share lost and found notices on these platforms
Active Facebook community for missing and found pets across New Hampshire, including Durham
Private group for Durham residents sharing neighborhood updates, including lost and found notices
Reddit community where Durham residents post missing items and pet alerts
Online database and alert network for lost and found pets in the Durham area
Frequently asked questions about lost and found in Durham
How long do police and transit services hold lost items?
The Durham Police Department and COAST Bus hold items for a limited time before disposal or donation. Check with them promptly after filing your report. We keep your report active for 12 months, matching against new found items even if the initial holding period has passed.
Can I file a report over the phone or do I have to visit in person?
You can call the Durham Police Department at 603-868-2324 to inquire about lost items. For COAST Bus, call 603-743-5777 option 1. ReportLost files on your behalf where the department accepts third-party reports, saving you a trip.
What if I lost something on campus at UNH?
Contact UNH Police at 603-862-1427. They manage lost and found for the campus and university buildings. If the item was on a UNH shuttle, mention that when you call.
How do I search for my item if it's already been found?
Call the office where you lost it directly, or post in the NH Lost & Found Pets group (for animals) or local Durham Facebook groups. ReportLost automates this matching for 12 months, alerting you if a credible match appears.
What should I include in my report?
Describe your item in detail, include the date and location where you lost it, and provide a phone number or email where you can be reached. The more specific you are, the easier it is for staff or finders to identify your item. We help you prepare this information.
Is ReportLost.org an official government service?
No. ReportLost is an independent service that helps you file reports with official local offices and maintains an active search for matches over time. We are not affiliated with the Durham Police Department, COAST Bus, or UNH Police, but we coordinate with them on your behalf.
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Describe your lost item, where you lost it, and when. We'll file it with the right Durham office and keep searching for matches for the next 12 months. You can focus on your day while your report works in the background.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or part of the Durham Police Department, COAST Bus, UNH Police, or any local government agency. All contact information and procedures are subject to change. For emergencies, always dial 911.