Shepway
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.
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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.
Shepway Local Policing Team

Ashley Bates
Police Constable

George Head
Police Constable
Local Priority Issues
| Priority | Action taken |
|---|---|
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Road safety issues. 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. Actioned 07 October 2026 |
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E-scooters and 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. Actioned 07 October 2026 |
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Nuisance motorcycles. 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. Actioned 07 October 2026 |
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Road safety issues. Issued 15 July 2026 |
Officers continue to address road safety concerns linked to the illegal use of off-road motorcycles. Using information from residents and local intelligence, officers have identified and taken action against riders responsible for offending in the area. Local officers also support a number of ongoing operations that focus on different aspects of nuisance and off-road vehicle use, sharing information and intelligence to help identify offenders, target enforcement activity and improve safety within the community. Actioned 30 September 2026 |
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Nuisance motorcycles. Issued 15 July 2026 |
Officers continue to carry out targeted activity to tackle nuisance motorcycles and identify those responsible. Through proactive patrols and enforcement work, local officers have successfully identified and prosecuted individuals using off-road motorcycles illegally. Patrols will continue in areas where concerns have been raised to deter offending and improve community safety. Actioned 30 September 2026 |
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Antisocial behaviour - general. Issued 15 July 2026 |
Officers continue to work with local housing providers and partner organisations to tackle antisocial behaviour. Where appropriate, officers use Community Protection Warnings (CPWs) to address behaviour that is having a negative impact on the community. A Community Protection Warning is a formal warning designed to stop antisocial behaviour before further action becomes necessary. Mobile CCTV has also been deployed in hotspot locations, and joint visits and enforcement days are being carried out with housing partners to identify issues, take action where needed and support long-term solutions. Actioned 30 September 2026 |
What members in Shepway are saying are the issues in the area:
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