Bradstowe

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

Bradstowe Local Policing Team

James Absolon

Police Constable

Local Priority Issues

Priority	Action taken
Antisocial behaviour - general. Issued 16 April 2026	Officers are focusing on tackling antisocial behaviour (ASB) across their areas. They are carrying out patrols in locations such as the town centre, seafront and nearby areas where concerns have been raised. During patrols, officers speak with young people to explain the impact of their behaviour and help prevent issues. Where needed, dispersal powers are used (which allow officers to direct people to leave an area for a set time). Officers also work with local schools to provide education about the impact of antisocial behaviour. Residents can share concerns through local meetings or My Community Voice (an online two-way messaging service used to report issues and receive updates). Actioned 30 June 2026
Antisocial behaviour - nuisance. Issued 16 April 2026	Officers are focusing on tackling antisocial behaviour (ASB) across their areas. They are carrying out patrols in locations such as the town centre, beach and nearby areas where concerns have been raised. During patrols, officers speak with young people to explain the impact of their behaviour and help prevent issues. Where needed, dispersal powers are used (which allow officers to direct people to leave an area for a set time). Officers also work with local schools to provide education about the effects of antisocial behaviour. Residents can share concerns through local meetings or My Community Voice (an online two-way messaging service used to report issues and receive updates). Actioned 30 June 2026
Highway obstructions. Issued 16 April 2026	Officers are carrying out regular patrols in busy areas to identify and address road obstructions. They have spoken with residents and local businesses to understand concerns, and advised vehicle owners whose parking is causing problems. This has led to improved parking behaviour. Further action will be taken if issues continue, and residents are encouraged to keep sharing concerns through local meetings or My Community Voice (an online two-way messaging service used to report issues and receive updates). Actioned 30 June 2026

Priority

Action taken

Antisocial behaviour - general.

Issued 16 April 2026

Officers are focusing on tackling antisocial behaviour (ASB) across their areas.

They are carrying out patrols in locations such as the town centre, seafront and nearby areas where concerns have been raised. During patrols, officers speak with young people to explain the impact of their behaviour and help prevent issues.

Where needed, dispersal powers are used (which allow officers to direct people to leave an area for a set time). Officers also work with local schools to provide education about the impact of antisocial behaviour.

Residents can share concerns through local meetings or My Community Voice (an online two-way messaging service used to report issues and receive updates).

Actioned 30 June 2026

Antisocial behaviour - nuisance.

Issued 16 April 2026

Officers are focusing on tackling antisocial behaviour (ASB) across their areas.

They are carrying out patrols in locations such as the town centre, beach and nearby areas where concerns have been raised. During patrols, officers speak with young people to explain the impact of their behaviour and help prevent issues.

Where needed, dispersal powers are used (which allow officers to direct people to leave an area for a set time). Officers also work with local schools to provide education about the effects of antisocial behaviour.

Residents can share concerns through local meetings or My Community Voice (an online two-way messaging service used to report issues and receive updates).

Actioned 30 June 2026

Highway obstructions.

Issued 16 April 2026

Officers are carrying out regular patrols in busy areas to identify and address road obstructions.

They have spoken with residents and local businesses to understand concerns, and advised vehicle owners whose parking is causing problems. This has led to improved parking behaviour.

Further action will be taken if issues continue, and residents are encouraged to keep sharing concerns through local meetings or My Community Voice (an online two-way messaging service used to report issues and receive updates).

Actioned 30 June 2026