Swanley Christchurch and Swanley Village
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.
Swanley Christchurch and Swanley VillageLocal Policing Team

Steven Shipley
Police constable
Local Priority Issues
| Priority | Action taken |
|---|---|
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Nuisance vehicles. Issued 20 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. Actioned 20 July 2026 |
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Nuisance antisocial behaviour. Issued 20 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. Actioned 20 July 2026 |
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Road safety. Issued 20 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. Actioned 20 July 2026 |
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Nuisance vehicles. Issued 14 April 2026 |
Nuisance vehicles remain an issue across Swanley, and local officers continue to carry out high-visibility patrols in affected areas. Where drivers or riders are identified, officers may issue Section 59 warnings and take further enforcement action when appropriate. A Section 59 warning is a legal warning issued when a vehicle is used in an antisocial manner, and further offending can result in the vehicle being seized. Actioned 02 July 2026 |
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Drug offences. Issued 14 April 2026 |
Police continue to patrol this ward regularly and make use of stop and search powers where there are lawful grounds to do so. During recent patrols, drugs have been found on several individuals and appropriate action has been taken in each case. Tackling drug-related activity remains a priority for the local neighbourhood team, and officers will continue to act on information provided by the public and take enforcement action where necessary. Actioned 02 July 2026 |
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Fly-tipping. Issued 14 April 2026 |
There have been no reports of fly-tipping in the area during the past three months. Officers will continue to monitor the situation and work with partner agencies where appropriate. Residents are encouraged to report any incidents of fly-tipping or suspicious activity, as early reporting helps identify offenders and protect the local environment. To receive updates and stay in direct contact with your local neighbourhood officer, please join My Community Voice (MCV). Actioned 02 July 2026 |
What members in Swanley Christchurch and Swanley Village are saying are the issues in the area:
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