Princes Park

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

Princes Park Local Policing Team

James Willard (Kent police, Police Constable, Medway Neighbourhood Policing Team)

James Willard

Police Constable

Local Priority Issues

Priority Action taken

Nuisance youths / antisocial behaviour.

Issued 07 October 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 07 October 2026

E-Scooters / E-Bikes.

Issued 07 October 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 07 October 2026

Road safety / nuisance vehicles.

Issued 07 October 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 07 October 2026

E-scooters/Bikes.

Issued 20 July 2026

Community Safety Unit officers have been carrying out proactive work across Chatham to tackle the illegal use of e-scooters and e-bikes. During recent activity, several vehicles were seized and riders found committing offences were dealt with through Traffic Offence Reports, which are notices issued when a road traffic offence is suspected and may lead to further action. Officers also spoke with riders to explain the laws around e-scooter and e-bike use and the safety risks associated with using them illegally.

Kent Police is committed to tackling crime, road safety offences and antisocial behaviour linked to these vehicles. Officers will continue to take action where offences are identified to help keep roads safer and protect local communities. Parents and guardians are reminded that many e-bikes and privately owned e-scooters cannot be used on public roads, pavements or other public places. They should only be used on private land with the landowner's permission. These vehicles are not toys, and anyone found using them illegally in public places may face enforcement action.

Actioned 30 September 2026

Nuisance motorcycles.

Issued 20 July 2026

Officers are also taking action against the antisocial use of motorcycles across the area. Riders using their motorcycles in a way that causes nuisance, distress or danger to others can expect to be stopped and, where appropriate, dealt with for any offences identified. Alongside enforcement activity, officers are speaking to riders about their legal responsibilities and the importance of riding safely and considerately, particularly in residential areas. This work aims to reduce disruption to local communities and help keep roads and public spaces safe for everyone.

Actioned 30 September 2026

Road safety issues.

Issued 20 July 2026

Officers continue to carry out patrols in the Princes Park area, including Princes Avenue and North Dane Way, to improve road safety and tackle traffic offences. Using both marked and unmarked police vehicles, officers monitor local roads for issues such as speeding, careless driving and other dangerous behaviour that puts people at risk. When offences are identified, appropriate action is taken, alongside advice to help drivers understand their responsibilities and make safer choices on the road. Officers also work closely with specialist roads policing teams to address concerns raised by local residents and take proactive steps to help keep the area's roads safe for everyone.

Actioned 30 September 2026

What members in Princes Park are saying are the issues in the area:

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Upcoming Events

Come speak to your local beat officer PC WILLARD- Morrisons Car park Princes Park
  • Morrisons, Walderslade Road Princes Avenue, ME5 7PQ
  • 24/10/2026 11:30
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  • 15/11/2026 09:00
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