Strood West

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

Strood West Local Policing Team

Curtis George

Police Constable

Local Priority Issues

Priority	Action taken
E-scooters/bikes. Issued 21 July 2026	Officers continue to take action against the illegal use of privately owned e-scooters on public roads, pavements and open spaces. Regular patrols are carried out across the area and, where offences are identified, officers may issue warnings, seize e-scooters or take enforcement action for offences such as riding without insurance or without the correct licence. Alongside enforcement activity, officers are also working with young people, parents and the wider community to raise awareness of the law and the safety risks associated with the illegal use of e-scooters. This balanced approach helps improve road safety while encouraging people to use these vehicles responsibly and legally. Actioned 30 September 2026
Antisocial behaviour - general. Issued 21 July 2026	Tackling antisocial behaviour remains a priority for neighbourhood policing teams. Officers carry out high-visibility patrols in areas identified through reports from local residents, including town centres, residential estates and other locations where issues have been raised. Police work closely with Medway Council, housing associations and youth services to address the causes of antisocial behaviour and support long-term solutions. Where necessary, officers may use powers such as dispersal orders, which can require people causing or likely to cause antisocial behaviour to leave an area for a set period. Community Protection Warnings and Community Protection Notices may also be used to address behaviour that is having a negative impact on the community. A Criminal Behaviour Order can be issued by a court to place restrictions on an offender's behaviour and help prevent further incidents. Residents are encouraged to continue reporting antisocial behaviour, as this information helps police build a clearer picture of local issues and direct patrols and resources where they are needed most. Actioned 30 September 2026
Homelessness. Issued 21 July 2026	Police recognise that homelessness can be linked to a range of challenges, including poor mental health, substance misuse and other vulnerabilities. Officers work closely with Medway Council, outreach services and local charities to help people access the support available to them, including accommodation, healthcare and specialist advice. While enforcement action may be taken where criminal offences occur, the main focus is on safeguarding vulnerable people and helping them access the services they need. Regular engagement with people sleeping rough helps build trust, identify support needs and encourage individuals to make use of the help available. Actioned 30 September 2026

Priority

Action taken

E-scooters/bikes.

Issued 21 July 2026

Officers continue to take action against the illegal use of privately owned e-scooters on public roads, pavements and open spaces. Regular patrols are carried out across the area and, where offences are identified, officers may issue warnings, seize e-scooters or take enforcement action for offences such as riding without insurance or without the correct licence. Alongside enforcement activity, officers are also working with young people, parents and the wider community to raise awareness of the law and the safety risks associated with the illegal use of e-scooters. This balanced approach helps improve road safety while encouraging people to use these vehicles responsibly and legally.

Actioned 30 September 2026

Antisocial behaviour - general.

Issued 21 July 2026

Tackling antisocial behaviour remains a priority for neighbourhood policing teams. Officers carry out high-visibility patrols in areas identified through reports from local residents, including town centres, residential estates and other locations where issues have been raised. Police work closely with Medway Council, housing associations and youth services to address the causes of antisocial behaviour and support long-term solutions. Where necessary, officers may use powers such as dispersal orders, which can require people causing or likely to cause antisocial behaviour to leave an area for a set period. Community Protection Warnings and Community Protection Notices may also be used to address behaviour that is having a negative impact on the community.

A Criminal Behaviour Order can be issued by a court to place restrictions on an offender's behaviour and help prevent further incidents. Residents are encouraged to continue reporting antisocial behaviour, as this information helps police build a clearer picture of local issues and direct patrols and resources where they are needed most.

Actioned 30 September 2026

Homelessness.

Issued 21 July 2026

Police recognise that homelessness can be linked to a range of challenges, including poor mental health, substance misuse and other vulnerabilities. Officers work closely with Medway Council, outreach services and local charities to help people access the support available to them, including accommodation, healthcare and specialist advice. While enforcement action may be taken where criminal offences occur, the main focus is on safeguarding vulnerable people and helping them access the services they need. Regular engagement with people sleeping rough helps build trust, identify support needs and encourage individuals to make use of the help available.

Actioned 30 September 2026