Seal and Weald

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

Seal and WealdLocal Policing Team

Tom Costin

Police Constable

Local Priority Issues

Priority	Action taken
Burglary - residential. Issued 14 April 2026	There have been 2 reports of residential burglary in the area over the past 3 months. Working with partner agencies, local neighbourhood officers helped locate and recover a stolen tractor that had been stored in a vacant garage. Officers continue to support investigations by carrying out enquiries, identifying CCTV opportunities and providing reassurance and crime prevention advice to residents. Tackling burglary remains a priority for the local policing team. Residents are encouraged to join My Community Voice (MCV) to receive updates and stay in direct contact with their local neighbourhood officer. Actioned 02 July 2026
Vehicle crime. Issued 14 April 2026	Several fuel thefts from vehicles were reported overnight in May and appear to be linked. Officers are aware of the issue and continue to monitor reports and follow up any available lines of enquiry. Residents are encouraged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity, vehicles or people acting unusually in the area, as this information can help identify offenders and prevent further incidents. To receive updates and stay in direct contact with your local neighbourhood officer, please join My Community Voice (MCV). Actioned 02 July 2026
Road safety. Issued 14 April 2026	Several speed checks have been carried out in the area, with enforcement action taken where offences have been identified. Further speed enforcement activity is planned over the coming months to help improve road safety and address concerns raised by residents. To receive updates and stay in direct contact with your local neighbourhood officer, please join My Community Voice (MCV). Actioned 02 July 2026

Priority

Action taken

Burglary - residential.

Issued 14 April 2026

There have been 2 reports of residential burglary in the area over the past 3 months. Working with partner agencies, local neighbourhood officers helped locate and recover a stolen tractor that had been stored in a vacant garage. Officers continue to support investigations by carrying out enquiries, identifying CCTV opportunities and providing reassurance and crime prevention advice to residents. Tackling burglary remains a priority for the local policing team. Residents are encouraged to join My Community Voice (MCV) to receive updates and stay in direct contact with their local neighbourhood officer.

Actioned 02 July 2026

Vehicle crime.

Issued 14 April 2026

Several fuel thefts from vehicles were reported overnight in May and appear to be linked. Officers are aware of the issue and continue to monitor reports and follow up any available lines of enquiry. Residents are encouraged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity, vehicles or people acting unusually in the area, as this information can help identify offenders and prevent further incidents.

To receive updates and stay in direct contact with your local neighbourhood officer, please join My Community Voice (MCV).

Actioned 02 July 2026

Road safety.

Issued 14 April 2026

Several speed checks have been carried out in the area, with enforcement action taken where offences have been identified. Further speed enforcement activity is planned over the coming months to help improve road safety and address concerns raised by residents. To receive updates and stay in direct contact with your local neighbourhood officer, please join My Community Voice (MCV).

Actioned 02 July 2026