Fawkham and West Kingsdown

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

Fawkham and West Kingsdown Local Policing Team

Ashleigh Balcombe-Wilson (Kent Police, Police Constable, Swanley Neighbourhood Officer for Kemsing, West Kingsdown and Fawkham, Eynsford, Otford and Shoreham)

Ashleigh Balcombe-Wilson

Police Constable

Local Priority Issues

Priority Action taken

Nuisance vehicles.

Issued 08 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 08 October 2026

Road safety.

Issued 08 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 08 October 2026

Antisocial behaviour - nuisance.

Issued 08 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 08 October 2026

Nuisance vehicles.

Issued 20 July 2026

Officers continue to carry out targeted patrols in response to reports of nuisance vehicles, particularly during the late evening when most incidents are reported. These patrols help identify offenders, deter antisocial behaviour and provide reassurance to residents. Where appropriate, officers use road traffic legislation and antisocial behaviour powers to address offending, prevent further nuisance and take positive action against those responsible. Residents are encouraged to continue reporting incidents, as information from the community helps officers identify patterns, develop intelligence and target enforcement activity where it is needed most.

Actioned 30 September 2026

Road safety.

Issued 20 July 2026

Officers continue to carry out speed enforcement activity in response to concerns raised by the community. Speed checks took place on 9 September 2026 along the A20 through the centre of the village. A further 5 speed enforcement operations are planned before the end of November, alongside additional ad hoc checks at varying times and locations. These proactive patrols help address local road safety concerns, encourage compliance with speed limits and provide a visible police presence within the community. Through ongoing enforcement and engagement, officers continue to work to improve road safety and reduce the risk of collisions on local roads.

Actioned 30 September 2026

Vehicle crime.

Issued 20 July 2026

Officers continue to work with residents and local communities to prevent vehicle crime. Patrols are carried out across the area to deter offending, identify suspicious activity and provide reassurance to residents. Information provided by the public helps officers build intelligence, identify offenders and support ongoing investigations. Residents are encouraged to remain vigilant, secure their vehicles and report any suspicious behaviour, as timely reporting can help officers take action quickly and prevent further offences. Through ongoing patrols, investigations and community engagement, officers continue to work to reduce vehicle crime and keep local communities safe.

Actioned 30 September 2026

What members in Fawkham and West Kingsdown are saying are the issues in the area:

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Upcoming Events

West Kingsdown Parish Council Meeting
The Daisy Chain
  • The Community Cupboard, London Road Gamecock Meadow, TN15 6EL
  • 06/11/2026 13:00
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