Culverden

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

Culverden Local Policing Team

Amelia Brooker

Police Constable

Lee Goble

Police Constable

Penny Shirley

Police Constable

Stephen Bishop

Local Priority Issues

Priority	Action taken
Antisocial behaviour. Issued 22 July 2026	In recent weeks, PC Amelia Brooker has been assigned as the neighbourhood beat officer for the Culverden ward. She has been carrying out high-visibility patrols in the area and speaking with local residents to understand their concerns and provide reassurance. A community meeting is planned for 11 November 2026, giving residents an opportunity to meet their local officer, discuss issues affecting the area and ask questions. PC Brooker has also arranged meetings with local councillors to build strong working relationships and ensure that concerns raised by the community are listened to and acted upon where appropriate. Actioned 30 September 2026
Fraud. Issued 22 July 2026	National campaigns and media coverage have highlighted the growing risk of fraud and the different ways criminals target victims. Information about fraud prevention and how to recognise common scams will be shared at upcoming community meetings to help residents protect themselves. Crime prevention leaflets have also been distributed to assisted living accommodation and displayed on local community noticeboards. These provide practical advice on staying safe from fraud, spotting suspicious activity and reporting concerns. Actioned 30 September 2026
Homelessness/begging. Issued 22 July 2026	Officers continue to work closely with the local council and partner organisations to support people who may be vulnerable, helping them access services and, where possible, suitable housing. As the colder weather approaches, the Severe Weather Emergency Protocol (SWEP) may be introduced. This is a scheme that provides emergency accommodation for people who are sleeping rough during periods of severe weather. Officers will work with the council to identify anyone who may need this support and help ensure they can access the services available. Actioned 30 September 2026

Priority

Action taken

Antisocial behaviour.

Issued 22 July 2026

In recent weeks, PC Amelia Brooker has been assigned as the neighbourhood beat officer for the Culverden ward. She has been carrying out high-visibility patrols in the area and speaking with local residents to understand their concerns and provide reassurance.

A community meeting is planned for 11 November 2026, giving residents an opportunity to meet their local officer, discuss issues affecting the area and ask questions.

PC Brooker has also arranged meetings with local councillors to build strong working relationships and ensure that concerns raised by the community are listened to and acted upon where appropriate.

Actioned 30 September 2026

Fraud.

Issued 22 July 2026

National campaigns and media coverage have highlighted the growing risk of fraud and the different ways criminals target victims. Information about fraud prevention and how to recognise common scams will be shared at upcoming community meetings to help residents protect themselves.

Crime prevention leaflets have also been distributed to assisted living accommodation and displayed on local community noticeboards. These provide practical advice on staying safe from fraud, spotting suspicious activity and reporting concerns.

Actioned 30 September 2026

Homelessness/begging.

Issued 22 July 2026

Officers continue to work closely with the local council and partner organisations to support people who may be vulnerable, helping them access services and, where possible, suitable housing.

As the colder weather approaches, the Severe Weather Emergency Protocol (SWEP) may be introduced. This is a scheme that provides emergency accommodation for people who are sleeping rough during periods of severe weather. Officers will work with the council to identify anyone who may need this support and help ensure they can access the services available.

Actioned 30 September 2026