Herne & Broomfield

Your Neighbourhood Policing Team is made up of Kent Police beat officers who are dedicated to keeping your community safe. They focus on preventing crime and antisocial behaviour, responding to local concerns, and building strong relationships with residents, community groups and local businesses.

Our officers will:

patrol to deter crime and reassure the public
hold regular engagement activities in the area, including attending community meetings to share advice and listen to concerns
work with partner agencies including councils, schools, charities, and local groups
tackle issues like antisocial behaviour, repeat offending, and vulnerability
build trust by being visible, approachable, and responsive

Neighbourhood policing is a key part of Kent Police’s commitment to being community-focused, visible, and responsive.

Report crime

Please do not contact neighbourhood officers to report crime.

If it's not an emergency, the easiest way to contact us is online. Your report will be sent direct to our control room where it will be reviewed by the same team who answer our calls.

in an emergency, call 999
call 101 for non-emergency enquiries

James Melia

Police constable

Local Priority Issues

Priority	Action taken
Antisocial behaviour - nuisance. Issued 03 February 2026	In the past month, we have received one report of nuisance antisocial behaviour in the Herne and Broomfield area. This involved the use of catapults. Officers attended at the time, but those involved were not identified. In response, officers have given additional attention to locations previously linked to nuisance antisocial behaviour. This has helped provide reassurance to residents. No repeat or ongoing issues have been identified. We will continue to monitor the area closely and respond to any further reports or emerging patterns. Actioned 25 March 2026
Dog fouling. Issued 03 February 2026	Dog fouling has been raised as a possible concern in the ward. This has previously been discussed with the parish council and, at present, no reports have been received from members of the public. We will continue to work closely with partners, including the parish council and local enforcement teams, to monitor the situation. If any issues emerge, information will be shared promptly so appropriate action can be taken to deter dog fouling and keep public spaces clean and safe for residents. Actioned 25 March 2026
Road safety issues. Issued 03 February 2026	Road safety continues to be a key priority for the Herne and Broomfield ward. We have been proactively targeting vehicles travelling through the Herne Bay area that are being driven dangerously or without the correct documentation, such as a valid driving licence or insurance. Where appropriate, we also take the opportunity to educate drivers who are stopped in the ward, ensuring they understand the impact unsafe driving has on residents and the wider community. Concerns have also been raised regarding parking issues in the Streetfield area. Unfortunately, PC Melia is unable to attend the upcoming parish meeting with stakeholders due to other operational commitments but has provided a written letter to be shared at the meeting by the council. This letter outlines the police perspective on the situation and includes practical suggestions on how the matter could be addressed collaboratively with partners. Actioned 25 March 2026

Priority

Action taken

Antisocial behaviour - nuisance.

Issued 03 February 2026

In the past month, we have received one report of nuisance antisocial behaviour in the Herne and Broomfield area. This involved the use of catapults. Officers attended at the time, but those involved were not identified.

In response, officers have given additional attention to locations previously linked to nuisance antisocial behaviour. This has helped provide reassurance to residents. No repeat or ongoing issues have been identified.

We will continue to monitor the area closely and respond to any further reports or emerging patterns.

Actioned 25 March 2026

Dog fouling.

Issued 03 February 2026

Dog fouling has been raised as a possible concern in the ward. This has previously been discussed with the parish council and, at present, no reports have been received from members of the public.

We will continue to work closely with partners, including the parish council and local enforcement teams, to monitor the situation. If any issues emerge, information will be shared promptly so appropriate action can be taken to deter dog fouling and keep public spaces clean and safe for residents.

Actioned 25 March 2026

Road safety issues.

Issued 03 February 2026

Road safety continues to be a key priority for the Herne and Broomfield ward. We have been proactively targeting vehicles travelling through the Herne Bay area that are being driven dangerously or without the correct documentation, such as a valid driving licence or insurance. Where appropriate, we also take the opportunity to educate drivers who are stopped in the ward, ensuring they understand the impact unsafe driving has on residents and the wider community.

Concerns have also been raised regarding parking issues in the Streetfield area. Unfortunately, PC Melia is unable to attend the upcoming parish meeting with stakeholders due to other operational commitments but has provided a written letter to be shared at the meeting by the council. This letter outlines the police perspective on the situation and includes practical suggestions on how the matter could be addressed collaboratively with partners.

Actioned 25 March 2026

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