Longfield, New Barn & Southfleet

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.

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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

Longfield, New Barn & Southfleet Local Policing Team

Kieron Swan

Police Constable

Local Priority Issues

Priority	Action taken
Road safety. Issued 16 April 2026	PC Swan has increased patrols in the area to tackle poor driving and improve road safety. As part of this work, he has issued Traffic Offence Reports (TOR) and spoken directly with drivers about safe and legal driving. A TOR is a formal record created by police when someone is suspected of committing a road traffic offence. Depending on the circumstances, this can result in a fixed penalty notice, a driver education course or a court appearance. Over the past 3 months, several vehicles have been seized due to safety concerns about the way they were being driven, as well as other road traffic offences. PC Swan is also exploring opportunities to introduce future Speedwatch campaigns. Speedwatch is a community scheme that allows trained volunteers to work alongside the police to monitor vehicle speeds in their local area. The aim is to raise awareness of speeding, encourage safer driving and help make local communities safer for everyone. Actioned 30 June 2026
Highway obstructions. Issued 16 April 2026	While on patrol, PC Swan has focused on improving road safety by addressing vehicles that are parked in a way that causes a dangerous obstruction to other road users or pedestrians. Where appropriate, he has contacted the registered keeper and asked for the vehicle to be moved. He has also provided advice and education to drivers about the risks associated with careless or inconsiderate parking, as well as the potential consequences of leaving vehicles in positions that could endanger others. Obstructing roads and pavements can create safety risks for motorists, cyclists, wheelchair users and pedestrians, particularly in busy areas. PC Swan's approach has been to educate drivers and encourage safer behaviour in the first instance, helping to prevent future problems while improving road safety across the community. Actioned 30 June 2026
Dog fouling. Issued 16 April 2026	PC Swan has worked closely with Dartford Borough Council to complete training that enables him to issue fines to people who breach a Public Space Protection Order (PSPO). A PSPO is a legal order introduced by a local council to tackle behaviours that have a negative impact on the community, such as dog fouling, littering or other forms of antisocial behaviour. As part of his patrols, PC Swan has also identified locations where additional dog waste bins may be needed and has shared this information with the relevant agencies. This work aims to make it easier for dog owners to dispose of waste responsibly, helping to keep public spaces clean, safe and enjoyable for everyone. Actioned 30 June 2026

Priority

Action taken

Road safety.

Issued 16 April 2026

PC Swan has increased patrols in the area to tackle poor driving and improve road safety. As part of this work, he has issued Traffic Offence Reports (TOR) and spoken directly with drivers about safe and legal driving. A TOR is a formal record created by police when someone is suspected of committing a road traffic offence. Depending on the circumstances, this can result in a fixed penalty notice, a driver education course or a court appearance. Over the past 3 months, several vehicles have been seized due to safety concerns about the way they were being driven, as well as other road traffic offences. PC Swan is also exploring opportunities to introduce future Speedwatch campaigns. Speedwatch is a community scheme that allows trained volunteers to work alongside the police to monitor vehicle speeds in their local area. The aim is to raise awareness of speeding, encourage safer driving and help make local communities safer for everyone.

Actioned 30 June 2026

Highway obstructions.

Issued 16 April 2026

While on patrol, PC Swan has focused on improving road safety by addressing vehicles that are parked in a way that causes a dangerous obstruction to other road users or pedestrians. Where appropriate, he has contacted the registered keeper and asked for the vehicle to be moved. He has also provided advice and education to drivers about the risks associated with careless or inconsiderate parking, as well as the potential consequences of leaving vehicles in positions that could endanger others. Obstructing roads and pavements can create safety risks for motorists, cyclists, wheelchair users and pedestrians, particularly in busy areas. PC Swan's approach has been to educate drivers and encourage safer behaviour in the first instance, helping to prevent future problems while improving road safety across the community.

Actioned 30 June 2026

Dog fouling.

Issued 16 April 2026

PC Swan has worked closely with Dartford Borough Council to complete training that enables him to issue fines to people who breach a Public Space Protection Order (PSPO). A PSPO is a legal order introduced by a local council to tackle behaviours that have a negative impact on the community, such as dog fouling, littering or other forms of antisocial behaviour. As part of his patrols, PC Swan has also identified locations where additional dog waste bins may be needed and has shared this information with the relevant agencies. This work aims to make it easier for dog owners to dispose of waste responsibly, helping to keep public spaces clean, safe and enjoyable for everyone.

Actioned 30 June 2026