East Malling, West Malling & Offham
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.
East Malling, West Malling & Offham Local Policing Team

Edward Moore
Police Constable

Laura Farmer
Police Constable
Local Priority Issues
| Priority | Action taken |
|---|---|
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E-scooters/E-bikes. 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. Actioned 08 October 2026 |
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Road safety issues. 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. Actioned 08 October 2026 |
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Fly tipping. 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. Actioned 08 October 2026 |
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Fly tipping. Issued 20 July 2026 |
Officers continue to work with partner agencies to tackle fly-tipping. Reports of fly-tipping are reviewed and referred to the appropriate organisations, including the local council and highways authority, to arrange clearance and support any further investigation where necessary. This partnership approach helps protect the local environment and address concerns raised by residents. Actioned 30 September 2026 |
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Road safety issues. Issued 20 July 2026 |
Officers continue to carry out regular patrols in West Malling and Offham using marked police vehicles to identify and deal with road traffic offences. This includes vehicles being driven without valid insurance, tax or an MOT. The planned introduction of a 20mph speed limit in Offham is expected to help improve road safety and address concerns raised by residents. Actioned 30 September 2026 |
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Catapults. Issued 20 July 2026 |
Officers have carried out visits to addresses linked to reports of catapult misuse and have engaged with young people and their families to address concerns. These discussions have focused on raising awareness of the risks associated with catapults and the impact their misuse can have on local residents, property and wildlife. Through education, engagement and ongoing support, officers aim to prevent further incidents and promote positive behaviour within the community. Actioned 30 September 2026 |
What members in East Malling, West Malling & Offham are saying are the issues in the area:
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