Southborough & Bidborough

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

Southborough & Bidborough Local Policing Team

Danny Barnes (Kent Police, Police Constable, Tunbridge wells Neighbourhood beat officer)

Danny Barnes

Police Constable

Local Priority Issues

Priority Action taken

Road safety issues.

Issued 07 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.

We’ll publish an update in the coming months to let you know what we’ve done, what progress has been made, and what’s next.

Actioned 07 October 2026

Nuisance motorbikes.

Issued 07 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.

We’ll publish an update in the coming months to let you know what we’ve done, what progress has been made, and what’s next.

Actioned 07 October 2026

Antisocial behaviour - nuisance.

Issued 07 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.

We’ll publish an update in the coming months to let you know what we’ve done, what progress has been made, and what’s next.

Actioned 07 October 2026

Road safety.

Issued 22 July 2026

The local officer continues to work with local communities to improve road safety and address concerns about speeding. Regular speed checks are carried out at locations identified through local knowledge and reports from residents. Drivers found exceeding the speed limit may face enforcement action, including prosecution, or be offered educational courses that highlight the dangers of speeding and the risks it poses to other road users. This ongoing work forms part of wider efforts to make roads safer for everyone in the area.

Actioned 30 September 2026

Highway obstructions.

Issued 22 July 2026

Officers continue to work with local authorities and partner agencies to address reports of highway obstructions and minimise their impact on residents and road users. Community reports help identify problem locations and support action where needed. Residents are encouraged to report highway obstructions to the appropriate authority so that concerns can be assessed, investigated and dealt with by the organisation responsible. Prompt reporting helps ensure issues are addressed as quickly and effectively as possible.

Actioned 30 September 2026

Criminal damage.

Issued 22 July 2026

Reports of criminal damage and related antisocial behaviour are reviewed regularly, with officers working to identify patterns, support those affected and take action where appropriate. Particular attention is given to repeat incidents and cases involving vulnerable people, helping to ensure they receive the support they need. Residents are encouraged to continue reporting incidents of criminal damage, as this information helps officers investigate offences, identify those responsible and work with partner agencies to provide the most appropriate response and support.

Actioned 30 September 2026

What members in Southborough & Bidborough are saying are the issues in the area:

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Upcoming Events

Pembury - An opportunity to discuss matters with your local officer
  • Notcutts Tunbridge Wells, Tonbridge Road, TN2 4QN
  • 12/11/2026 15:00
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Southborough and High Brooms - An opportunity to meet with your local officer
  • Southborough Civic Centre, 137 London Road, TN4 0NA
  • 20/11/2026 10:00
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An opportunity to meet with your local officer
  • Bidborough Village Hall, Bidborough Ridge, TN3 0XD
  • 21/11/2026 09:00
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Sherwood - An opportunity to meet with your local officer
  • Asda Tunbridge Wells Superstore, Longfield Road, TN2 3EY
  • 21/11/2026 10:00
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Southborough, Bidborough and High Brooms - An opportunity to meet officers and disucss local matters
  • Southborough Civic Centre, 137 London Road, TN4 0NA
  • 12/02/2027 10:00
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