Road safety issues.

Issued 12 October 2026

This is a priority for the next 3 months. We have identified this based on feedback from local residents, crime data, and ongoing concerns in the area.

We’ll publish an update in the coming months to let you know what we’ve done, what progress has been made, and what’s next.

Actioned 12 October 2026

Theft (shoplifting).

Issued 12 October 2026

This is a priority for the next 3 months. We have identified this based on feedback from local residents, crime data, and ongoing concerns in the area.

We’ll publish an update in the coming months to let you know what we’ve done, what progress has been made, and what’s next.

Actioned 12 October 2026

Antisocial behaviour - general.

Issued 12 October 2026

This is a priority for the next 3 months. We have identified this based on feedback from local residents, crime data, and ongoing concerns in the area.

We’ll publish an update in the coming months to let you know what we’ve done, what progress has been made, and what’s next.

Actioned 12 October 2026

Antisocial behaviour - general.

Issued 17 July 2026

We have been targeting hotspot areas associated to antisocial behaviour on motorcycles within the local community. A Surron bike was seized following reports from residents and intelligence is being developed to target other riders in an antisocial manner. Several illegal e-bikes have been seized during dedication days of action with more days of action planned. We have also been working with several housing associations to tackle reports of antisocial behaviour within their property and to take appropriate tenancy enforcement action. One property in the Newtown area resulted in an individual having their tenancy removed following reports of antisocial behaviour.

Actioned 30 September 2026

Drug dealing.

Issued 17 July 2026

We have been acting on information linked to drug supply within the local area following feedback from local residents. From developing the intelligence, a warrant was obtained at an address in Riverbank Way, Ashford, resulting in over 500 cannabis plants seized between that and other cultivations which has disrupted wider organised crime and an individual has been arrested. We have also proactively patrolled hotspot areas reported by residents, and several individuals have been subject to stop and search powers for drug misuse in the local area. An individual was arrested for possession with intent to supply a controlled drug in one of our hotspot areas. We continue to act on information reported to us via My Community Voice and other reporting methods.

Actioned 30 September 2026

Road safety issues.

Issued 17 July 2026

Officers continue to address road safety concerns through speed enforcement and community engagement. A number of roadside speed checks have been carried out across the ward, resulting in Traffic Offence Reports (TORs) being issued to drivers exceeding the speed limit. A Traffic Offence Report is a formal process used to deal with road traffic offences.

Officers are also working with Community Speedwatch volunteers to raise awareness of road safety issues and encourage safer driving. Residents can look out for details of a forthcoming community event on My Community Voice, where they can find out more about Speedwatch and how to get involved.

Actioned 30 September 2026