Road safety issues.

Issued 03 February 2026

We are continuing to work with the local council to make the best use of CCTV to help monitor speeding and gather evidence. This helps build a clearer picture of problem locations and repeat behaviour.

We are also exploring options for joint enforcement with council teams and parking enforcement to provide a more joined‑up response to concerns raised by the community. A recent joint visit with parking enforcement allowed officers to review key areas together. This has improved shared understanding and will help support more consistent and effective enforcement going forward.

Actioned 30 March 2026

Catapults.

Issued 03 February 2026

Kent Police has received two reports involving catapults across the ward in the last three months. We encourage members of the public to continue reporting any incidents and to keep any photos or videos that may help officers identify those involved, as long as it is safe to do so.

Anyone found to be involved will be spoken to and educated or prosecuted where appropriate.

Actioned 30 March 2026

Antisocial behaviour - nuisance.

Issued 03 February 2026

Officers have worked with the Rural Task Force following reports of nuisance vehicles accessing farmland and causing damage to crops, fences and private land.

The Rural Task Force has previously carried out successful operations in these rural areas, and discussions are ongoing to make sure future activity is targeted and led by intelligence.

A dedicated day of action is now being planned with the Rural Task Force and partner agencies. This will focus on identifying those responsible, preventing further damage and reassuring rural communities affected by this ongoing issue.

We are also looking at providing crime prevention advice for landowners to help reduce the risk of further problems.

Actioned 30 March 2026