Painters Ash
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.
Jodee Conway
Police constable
Local Priority Issues
| Priority | Action taken |
|---|---|
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Off road bikes. Issued 03 February 2026 |
Kent Police have been tackling nuisance bikes by working with members of the public to obtain closed‑circuit television (CCTV) footage to help identify riders. Once identified, offenders have been visited and issued with a Section 59 warning. This is a formal warning given when a vehicle is used in an anti‑social way, and if the rider or vehicle is involved again, the vehicle can be seized. Actioned 01 April 2026 |
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Theft shoplifting. Issued 03 February 2026 |
This priority has been addressed by working closely with local shops to help identify and target repeat offenders. Officers have obtained closed‑circuit television (CCTV) images, which have been shared locally to raise awareness. Identified offenders have been arrested, with positive outcomes secured, including charges to court. Actioned 01 April 2026 |
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Drug dealing. Issued 03 February 2026 |
Kent Police have been tackling drug use in the area through routine high‑visibility patrols in known hotspot locations. Officers have also carried out stop searches under Section 23 of the Misuse of Drugs Act, where legal grounds allow. Actioned 01 April 2026 |
What members in Painters Ash are saying are the issues in the area:
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