Larkfield

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

LarkfieldLocal Policing Team

Edward Moore

Police Constable

Local Priority Issues

Priority	Action taken
Road safety issues. 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. 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 20 July 2026
E-scooters/E-bikes. 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. 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 20 July 2026
Catapults. 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. 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 20 July 2026
Road safety. Issued 15 April 2026	Officers will continue to carry out proactive patrols along New Hythe Lane and within the surrounding industrial estate to address ongoing road safety concerns. The area remains a focus due to reports of speeding and poor driving standards. High-visibility patrols help deter offending and allow officers to identify and deal with drivers who commit offences. Officers also work closely with local businesses to understand concerns, gather information and identify any emerging issues. Where offences are identified, appropriate enforcement action is taken. This may include the issuing of a Traffic Offence Report, which is a formal report used when a driver is suspected of committing a road traffic offence. This ongoing work aims to improve road safety, reduce risks to road users and support those who work in and travel through the area. Actioned 02 July 2026
E-scooters/e-bikes. Issued 15 April 2026	Officers continue to take action against the illegal use of e-scooters and antisocial use of e-bikes across the area. E-scooters being used unlawfully on public roads can be seized in line with current legislation. When reports about e-bikes are received, officers work to identify those involved and gather information to support appropriate action. Depending on the circumstances, this may include advice, warnings or enforcement action. Where vehicles are being used in a way that causes alarm, distress or annoyance, officers may issue a Section 59 warning. If the behaviour continues, the vehicle can be seized. This ongoing work aims to improve safety, reduce antisocial behaviour and ensure that e-scooters and e-bikes are used responsibly and within the law. Actioned 02 July 2026
Antisocial behaviour - general. Issued 15 April 2026	Officers will continue to carry out proactive patrols in areas where antisocial behaviour has been reported, including around Tesco Superstore and Leybourne Lakes. These locations have been identified as hotspots, particularly during busier periods. A visible police presence helps deter antisocial behaviour, reassure residents and visitors, and identify those responsible for causing problems. Officers will continue to engage with individuals where appropriate, offering advice and education to help prevent issues from escalating. Where offences or ongoing antisocial behaviour are identified, enforcement action may be taken. This can include Community Protection Warnings and Community Protection Notices, which are formal measures used to address behaviour that is having a negative impact on the local community. Local officers will also continue to work closely with partner agencies to address the causes of antisocial behaviour and help keep these areas safe and welcoming for everyone. Actioned 02 July 2026

Priority

Action taken

Road safety issues.

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.

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 20 July 2026

E-scooters/E-bikes.

Issued 20 July 2026

Actioned 20 July 2026

Catapults.

Issued 20 July 2026

Actioned 20 July 2026

Road safety.

Issued 15 April 2026

Officers will continue to carry out proactive patrols along New Hythe Lane and within the surrounding industrial estate to address ongoing road safety concerns.

The area remains a focus due to reports of speeding and poor driving standards. High-visibility patrols help deter offending and allow officers to identify and deal with drivers who commit offences.

Officers also work closely with local businesses to understand concerns, gather information and identify any emerging issues. Where offences are identified, appropriate enforcement action is taken. This may include the issuing of a Traffic Offence Report, which is a formal report used when a driver is suspected of committing a road traffic offence.

This ongoing work aims to improve road safety, reduce risks to road users and support those who work in and travel through the area.

Actioned 02 July 2026

E-scooters/e-bikes.

Issued 15 April 2026

Officers continue to take action against the illegal use of e-scooters and antisocial use of e-bikes across the area.

E-scooters being used unlawfully on public roads can be seized in line with current legislation. When reports about e-bikes are received, officers work to identify those involved and gather information to support appropriate action.

Depending on the circumstances, this may include advice, warnings or enforcement action. Where vehicles are being used in a way that causes alarm, distress or annoyance, officers may issue a Section 59 warning. If the behaviour continues, the vehicle can be seized.

This ongoing work aims to improve safety, reduce antisocial behaviour and ensure that e-scooters and e-bikes are used responsibly and within the law.

Actioned 02 July 2026

Antisocial behaviour - general.

Issued 15 April 2026

Officers will continue to carry out proactive patrols in areas where antisocial behaviour has been reported, including around Tesco Superstore and Leybourne Lakes.

These locations have been identified as hotspots, particularly during busier periods. A visible police presence helps deter antisocial behaviour, reassure residents and visitors, and identify those responsible for causing problems.

Officers will continue to engage with individuals where appropriate, offering advice and education to help prevent issues from escalating. Where offences or ongoing antisocial behaviour are identified, enforcement action may be taken. This can include Community Protection Warnings and Community Protection Notices, which are formal measures used to address behaviour that is having a negative impact on the local community.

Local officers will also continue to work closely with partner agencies to address the causes of antisocial behaviour and help keep these areas safe and welcoming for everyone.

Actioned 02 July 2026