West Hill

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

Robert Lang

Police constable

Local Priority Issues

Priority	Action taken
Antisocial behaviour. Issued 08 October 2025	Issues in Wilmot Park were linked to nuisance behaviour by groups of young people, particularly during the school holidays. In response, officers carried out regular patrols of the park and made sure the gate was locked each night to prevent the area being used after hours. We also worked closely with security staff, reviewing their patrol plans to ensure they supported our aims. Security were asked to attend promptly whenever the park was left insecure, helping us reduce opportunities for antisocial behaviour and keep the area safe for local residents. Actioned 19 January 2026
Road safety issues. Issued 08 October 2025	We increased visible patrols in the area, both on foot and using marked and unmarked police vehicles. Where appropriate, Traffic Offence Reports were issued to drivers committing road‑related offences. This increased police presence helped deter antisocial behaviour and supported our wider efforts to keep the community safe. Actioned 19 January 2026
Nuisance motorcycles and/or E-Scooters. Issued 08 October 2025	We have run joint operations with Dartford Borough Council to educate people about the rules around e‑scooters. Where individuals refused to engage or ignored advice, their e‑scooters were seized, and offences were recorded where appropriate. Officers attended several calls relating to off‑road bikes. Riders were given advice about safe and lawful use, and Traffic Offence Reports were issued when required. This forms part of our ongoing work to reduce dangerous riding and antisocial behaviour linked to nuisance vehicles. Actioned 19 January 2026

Priority

Action taken

Antisocial behaviour.

Issued 08 October 2025

Issues in Wilmot Park were linked to nuisance behaviour by groups of young people, particularly during the school holidays. In response, officers carried out regular patrols of the park and made sure the gate was locked each night to prevent the area being used after hours.

We also worked closely with security staff, reviewing their patrol plans to ensure they supported our aims. Security were asked to attend promptly whenever the park was left insecure, helping us reduce opportunities for antisocial behaviour and keep the area safe for local residents.

Actioned 19 January 2026

Road safety issues.

Issued 08 October 2025

We increased visible patrols in the area, both on foot and using marked and unmarked police vehicles. Where appropriate, Traffic Offence Reports were issued to drivers committing road‑related offences. This increased police presence helped deter antisocial behaviour and supported our wider efforts to keep the community safe.

Actioned 19 January 2026

Nuisance motorcycles and/or E-Scooters.

Issued 08 October 2025

We have run joint operations with Dartford Borough Council to educate people about the rules around e‑scooters. Where individuals refused to engage or ignored advice, their e‑scooters were seized, and offences were recorded where appropriate.

Officers attended several calls relating to off‑road bikes. Riders were given advice about safe and lawful use, and Traffic Offence Reports were issued when required. This forms part of our ongoing work to reduce dangerous riding and antisocial behaviour linked to nuisance vehicles.

Actioned 19 January 2026

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