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

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 21 April 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 21 April 2026

Criminal damage.

Issued 21 April 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 21 April 2026

Antisocial behaviour - nuisance.

Issued 21 April 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 21 April 2026

Road safety.

Issued 03 February 2026

Officers have been working hard to increase their visibility in the area and have carried out regular speed checks within the community. This has led to a range of positive outcomes, including education for drivers, fixed penalty tickets and warning letters for those found committing offences.

Actioned 17 March 2026

Criminal damage.

Issued 03 February 2026

Officers have spent time in the community as part of our engagement work, continuing to provide updates and respond to the concerns residents have raised. We have focused on high‑visibility patrols to deter offending, while also supporting those most affected by this type of crime to ensure they receive safeguarding and help where needed.

At the same time, officers are working with those responsible for these offences to provide education and, where appropriate, ensure positive outcomes through the criminal justice system. Our aim is to protect the community, reduce offending and support everyone affected.

Actioned 17 March 2026

Nuisance motorcycles.

Issued 03 February 2026

Officers continue to monitor this concern within the community. With high visibility patrols, and education around the impact of these offences on the wider community, officers will continue this work moving forward.

Actioned 17 March 2026

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

Latest Alerts

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Rogue Traders

Good morning Residents, Please be aware that rogue traders are currently targeting elderly and vul...

Kent Police
09/05/2026 15:15:40

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Arson in High Brooms

Good morning Residents, As many of you will be aware, on Wednesday 6th May, a derelict building in...

Kent Police
09/05/2026 08:38:46

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5 KFAS Fraud Alerts

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Kent Police
07/05/2026 15:17:44

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Public Safety Warning: ATM Distraction Thefts

Police are warning the public to remain vigilant following an increase in reports of distraction ...

Kent Police
07/05/2026 08:44:10

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General Update

Dear Residents, I wanted to provide you with an update on some of the work I have been undertaking r...

Kent Police
05/05/2026 21:17:14

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An opportunity to discuss local matters : Fri 22 May 15:00

Dear Resident, We will be holding a surgery at The Civic Centre at 15:00 - 16:00 on 22.05.2026 ...

Kent Police
01/05/2026 09:15:27

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FREE Self-Defence for 11-18 years, Gracie Barra Jiu-Jitsu Centre, Tunbridge Wells

FREE Self‑Defence & Personal Safety Sessions for Young People 🌟 Kent Police are proud to be del...

Kent Police
28/04/2026 15:20:44

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Calverley Park Youth Engagement Event, Tunbridge Wells

On Wednesday 15 April, during the Easter holidays, a multi‑agency event was held at Calverley Park, ...

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22/04/2026 13:23:17

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  • 22/05/2026 15:00
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