Higham & Shorne
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.
Higham & Shorne Local Policing Team

Joanne Hammond
Police Constable
Local Priority Issues
| Priority | Action taken |
|---|---|
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Nuisance vehicles on Park Pale. Issued 21 July 2026 |
Officers have carried out regular patrols of the area and have seen what appears to be a noticeable reduction in incidents involving nuisance bikes. In addition, bollards at the bottom of Park Pale have been repositioned to make it more difficult for riders to access and leave the area quickly. Actioned 30 September 2026 |
|
Fly tipping. Issued 21 July 2026 |
Keeping the area clean and free from environmental crime remains important to residents and local partners. Actioned 30 September 2026 |
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Nuisance vehicles. Issued 21 July 2026 |
Concerns have been raised regarding heavy goods vehicles using roads in Higham that are not considered suitable for their size, despite advisory signage being in place. Actioned 30 September 2026 |
What members in Higham & Shorne are saying are the issues in the area:
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