Penshurst, Fordcombe and Chiddingstone

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

Penshurst, Fordcombe and ChiddingstoneLocal Policing Team

Patrick Mccurry

Police Constable

Local Priority Issues

Priority	Action taken
Residential burglary. Issued 14 April 2026	There have been no reported burglaries in the area over the past 3 months. Despite this positive position, the local neighbourhood officer will continue to prioritise burglary prevention through regular patrols, community engagement and crime prevention work. Residents are encouraged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to the police. To receive updates and stay in direct contact with your local neighbourhood officer, please join My Community Voice (MCV). Actioned 02 July 2026
Vehicle crime. Issued 14 April 2026	There has been one report of a stolen number plate in the area over the past 3 months, with no further incidents reported. Officers will continue to monitor the situation and encourage residents to remain vigilant. Any suspicious activity should be reported to Kent Police, as information from the community can help prevent further offences and identify those responsible. 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
Road safety. Issued 14 April 2026	Officers are aware of concerns about speeding in the area and continue to carry out regular patrols to address road safety issues. Speed checks are planned throughout the summer to identify drivers who are speeding and encourage safer driving behaviour. Road safety remains a priority, and officers will continue to monitor concerns raised by residents and take action where necessary. 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

Priority

Action taken

Residential burglary.

Issued 14 April 2026

There have been no reported burglaries in the area over the past 3 months. Despite this positive position, the local neighbourhood officer will continue to prioritise burglary prevention through regular patrols, community engagement and crime prevention work. Residents are encouraged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to the police. To receive updates and stay in direct contact with your local neighbourhood officer, please join My Community Voice (MCV).

Actioned 02 July 2026

Vehicle crime.

Issued 14 April 2026

There has been one report of a stolen number plate in the area over the past 3 months, with no further incidents reported. Officers will continue to monitor the situation and encourage residents to remain vigilant. Any suspicious activity should be reported to Kent Police, as information from the community can help prevent further offences and identify those responsible. 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

Road safety.

Issued 14 April 2026

Officers are aware of concerns about speeding in the area and continue to carry out regular patrols to address road safety issues. Speed checks are planned throughout the summer to identify drivers who are speeding and encourage safer driving behaviour. Road safety remains a priority, and officers will continue to monitor concerns raised by residents and take action where necessary.

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