Whitfield

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

Cheryl Ellis

Police Constable

Local Priority Issues

Priority	Action taken
Dog fouling. Issued 14 April 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 14 April 2026
Road safety issues. Issued 14 April 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 14 April 2026
Nuisance motorcyclists. Issued 14 April 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 14 April 2026
Vehicle crime. Issued 03 February 2026	Vehicle crime was identified as a priority after reports showed it had increased in the area. Officers have since located a stolen vehicle and identified those responsible. The offenders have been dealt with, and further work is taking place to make sure officers are aware of, and able to respond quickly to, similar thefts. If you have information about vehicle crime in your area, please contact your local officer, PC Cheryl Ellis. Actioned 27 March 2026
Antisocial behaviour - nuisance. Issued 03 February 2026	We have been carrying out targeted patrols in areas affected by nuisance antisocial behaviour. Officers have spoken to those involved to give advice and clearly explain what behaviour is expected. Officers have also spoken with local residents to gather information, monitored locations where repeat issues have been reported, and shared relevant intelligence to support problem‑solving work. Where appropriate, officers have worked with partner agencies to address underlying issues. This work is ongoing in the area. Actioned 27 March 2026
Nuisance motorcycles. Issued 03 February 2026	We are taking proactive action against motorists who are not following road traffic laws. Officers have been carrying out high‑visibility patrols in affected areas, completing speed checks using handheld devices, and stopping and reporting drivers where appropriate. Officers also give advice and education to drivers whose behaviour falls below the expected standard. This work is carried out alongside colleagues from the Road Safety Unit and partner agencies, including the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) and Dover District Council. Working together helps us take a joined‑up approach to improving road safety. Officers also speak with local residents to provide reassurance. Any ongoing concerns raised by the community are shared with Kent County Council Highways so they can consider longer‑term solutions, such as improved signage or traffic‑calming measures. Actioned 27 March 2026

Priority

Action taken

Dog fouling.

Issued 14 April 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 14 April 2026

Road safety issues.

Issued 14 April 2026

Actioned 14 April 2026

Nuisance motorcyclists.

Issued 14 April 2026

Actioned 14 April 2026

Vehicle crime.

Issued 03 February 2026

Vehicle crime was identified as a priority after reports showed it had increased in the area. Officers have since located a stolen vehicle and identified those responsible. The offenders have been dealt with, and further work is taking place to make sure officers are aware of, and able to respond quickly to, similar thefts.

If you have information about vehicle crime in your area, please contact your local officer, PC Cheryl Ellis.

Actioned 27 March 2026

Antisocial behaviour - nuisance.

Issued 03 February 2026

We have been carrying out targeted patrols in areas affected by nuisance antisocial behaviour. Officers have spoken to those involved to give advice and clearly explain what behaviour is expected.

Officers have also spoken with local residents to gather information, monitored locations where repeat issues have been reported, and shared relevant intelligence to support problem‑solving work. Where appropriate, officers have worked with partner agencies to address underlying issues.

This work is ongoing in the area.

Actioned 27 March 2026

Nuisance motorcycles.

Issued 03 February 2026

We are taking proactive action against motorists who are not following road traffic laws. Officers have been carrying out high‑visibility patrols in affected areas, completing speed checks using handheld devices, and stopping and reporting drivers where appropriate. Officers also give advice and education to drivers whose behaviour falls below the expected standard.

This work is carried out alongside colleagues from the Road Safety Unit and partner agencies, including the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) and Dover District Council. Working together helps us take a joined‑up approach to improving road safety.

Officers also speak with local residents to provide reassurance. Any ongoing concerns raised by the community are shared with Kent County Council Highways so they can consider longer‑term solutions, such as improved signage or traffic‑calming measures.

Actioned 27 March 2026

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