Pantiles

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

Pantiles Local Policing Team

Lee Goble

Police Constable

Penny Shirley

Police Constable

Stephen Bishop

Local Priority Issues

Priority	Action taken
Road safety. Issued 22 July 2026	Officers have been carrying out high-visibility patrols across the area and, where appropriate, have stopped drivers to provide advice or take enforcement action. In some cases, Traffic Offence Reports have been issued, which can result in a fine or, for more serious offences, a court appearance. Officers continue to focus on the main causes of serious road collisions, including speeding, using a mobile phone while driving and not wearing a seatbelt. Several vehicles have also been seized because they were being driven without valid insurance. Actioned 30 September 2026
Alcohol. Issued 22 July 2026	Police work closely with the local council when applications relating to licensed premises, such as pubs and bars, are submitted, helping to ensure that legal requirements and licensing conditions are met. The number of alcohol-related incidents in the district remains lower than in many other areas. Officers continue to patrol the town during the evenings to help prevent crime and disorder, provide reassurance to residents and visitors, and support those using local venues. This work will continue over the coming months as the festive season approaches. Actioned 30 September 2026
Antisocial behaviour - nuisance. Issued 22 July 2026	Officers regularly patrol the area during both the day and evening, including times when local pubs and restaurants are busiest. They work closely with security staff and CCTV operators to identify and address behaviour that causes nuisance or concern within the community. These strong partnerships help officers respond quickly to issues and maintain a safe environment for residents and visitors. On 18 November, PC Shirley will be holding a community engagement event in The Pantiles, providing an opportunity for local people to speak with their neighbourhood officer and discuss any concerns or priorities. Actioned 30 September 2026

Priority

Action taken

Road safety.

Issued 22 July 2026

Officers have been carrying out high-visibility patrols across the area and, where appropriate, have stopped drivers to provide advice or take enforcement action. In some cases, Traffic Offence Reports have been issued, which can result in a fine or, for more serious offences, a court appearance. Officers continue to focus on the main causes of serious road collisions, including speeding, using a mobile phone while driving and not wearing a seatbelt. Several vehicles have also been seized because they were being driven without valid insurance.

Actioned 30 September 2026

Alcohol.

Issued 22 July 2026

Police work closely with the local council when applications relating to licensed premises, such as pubs and bars, are submitted, helping to ensure that legal requirements and licensing conditions are met. The number of alcohol-related incidents in the district remains lower than in many other areas. Officers continue to patrol the town during the evenings to help prevent crime and disorder, provide reassurance to residents and visitors, and support those using local venues. This work will continue over the coming months as the festive season approaches.

Actioned 30 September 2026

Antisocial behaviour - nuisance.

Issued 22 July 2026

Officers regularly patrol the area during both the day and evening, including times when local pubs and restaurants are busiest. They work closely with security staff and CCTV operators to identify and address behaviour that causes nuisance or concern within the community. These strong partnerships help officers respond quickly to issues and maintain a safe environment for residents and visitors. On 18 November, PC Shirley will be holding a community engagement event in The Pantiles, providing an opportunity for local people to speak with their neighbourhood officer and discuss any concerns or priorities.

Actioned 30 September 2026