Strood Rural
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.
Richard Jones
Police Constable
Local Priority Issues
| Priority | Action taken |
|---|---|
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Road safety. Issued 15 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. Actioned 15 April 2026 |
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Drink/drug driving. Issued 15 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. Actioned 15 April 2026 |
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Drug dealing and drug taking. Issued 15 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. Actioned 15 April 2026 |
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Fly tipping and dog fouling. Issued 03 February 2026 |
Officers have been carrying out foot patrols in the area, speaking with residents and reminding people that failing to clean up after their dog is a criminal offence. We have also shared information through My Community Voice to raise awareness about dog fouling, including the issue of dog waste bags being left hanging from trees or gateposts. Actioned 19 March 2026 |
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Road safety and drink/drug driving. Issued 03 February 2026 |
Officers have been carrying out patrols in the area using both marked and unmarked vehicles to tackle drivers suspected of driving under the influence. Actioned 19 March 2026 |
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Drug taking. Issued 03 February 2026 |
Officers have been carrying out regular, high‑visibility patrols in the area to understand what is happening and where concerns are being raised. We have focused on the locations highlighted by the community and are working closely with the parish council to gather information in the right way and help guide our response. Actioned 19 March 2026 |
What members in Strood Rural are saying are the issues in the area:
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