Stone Castle

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

Stone Castle Local Policing Team

Calum Andrews

Police Constable

Local Priority Issues

Priority	Action taken
Drug use. Issued 15 July 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 15 July 2026
Parking. Issued 15 July 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 15 July 2026
Antisocial behaviour. Issued 15 July 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 15 July 2026
Drug dealing. Issued 16 April 2026	PC Andrews has carried out proactive patrols across the ward to address community concerns and help prevent crime. As part of this work, officers have conducted a number of stop checks, where people or vehicles are stopped so officers can make enquiries and address concerns about suspected criminal activity. Through regular engagement with residents, local businesses and community groups, information has been gathered about locations where suspected drug dealing may be taking place. This has enabled officers to focus patrols more effectively, directing resources to the areas of greatest concern and supporting ongoing efforts to disrupt drug-related activity and keep the community safe. Actioned 30 June 2026
Drug use. Issued 16 April 2026	PC Andrews has been working closely with the local council to address concerns about drug use within the community, including activity taking place in residential properties. As part of this partnership approach, a Community Protection Notice (CPN) has been issued to one address. A CPN is a legal notice that can be used to stop ongoing behaviour that is having a negative impact on the local community. It sets out actions that must be taken to address the issue and can lead to further enforcement action if the requirements are not followed. This work aims to reduce drug-related activity and tackle the antisocial behaviour that is often associated with it, helping to improve the quality of life for local residents. Actioned 30 June 2026
Shoplifting. Issued 03 February 2026	PC Andrews has supported a number of police operations across the division aimed at identifying and tackling people involved in shoplifting and other crimes affecting local businesses. Reducing shoplifting remains a priority, and neighbourhood officers continue to work proactively to identify offenders, support retailers and prevent further offences. This includes carrying out patrols, gathering information and working with businesses to share intelligence and improve crime prevention measures. Co-op stores are also working with police forces across the country as part of a national effort to reduce shoplifting and help protect shop workers, customers and local communities from crime. Actioned 30 June 2026

Priority

Action taken

Drug use.

Issued 15 July 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 15 July 2026

Parking.

Issued 15 July 2026

Actioned 15 July 2026

Antisocial behaviour.

Issued 15 July 2026

Actioned 15 July 2026

Drug dealing.

Issued 16 April 2026

PC Andrews has carried out proactive patrols across the ward to address community concerns and help prevent crime. As part of this work, officers have conducted a number of stop checks, where people or vehicles are stopped so officers can make enquiries and address concerns about suspected criminal activity. Through regular engagement with residents, local businesses and community groups, information has been gathered about locations where suspected drug dealing may be taking place. This has enabled officers to focus patrols more effectively, directing resources to the areas of greatest concern and supporting ongoing efforts to disrupt drug-related activity and keep the community safe.

Actioned 30 June 2026

Drug use.

Issued 16 April 2026

PC Andrews has been working closely with the local council to address concerns about drug use within the community, including activity taking place in residential properties. As part of this partnership approach, a Community Protection Notice (CPN) has been issued to one address. A CPN is a legal notice that can be used to stop ongoing behaviour that is having a negative impact on the local community. It sets out actions that must be taken to address the issue and can lead to further enforcement action if the requirements are not followed. This work aims to reduce drug-related activity and tackle the antisocial behaviour that is often associated with it, helping to improve the quality of life for local residents.

Actioned 30 June 2026

Shoplifting.

Issued 03 February 2026

PC Andrews has supported a number of police operations across the division aimed at identifying and tackling people involved in shoplifting and other crimes affecting local businesses. Reducing shoplifting remains a priority, and neighbourhood officers continue to work proactively to identify offenders, support retailers and prevent further offences. This includes carrying out patrols, gathering information and working with businesses to share intelligence and improve crime prevention measures. Co-op stores are also working with police forces across the country as part of a national effort to reduce shoplifting and help protect shop workers, customers and local communities from crime.

Actioned 30 June 2026