Operated by: Kent Police

https://www.kent.police.uk/

Ashford

Contact Details

Current Priorities

Issue

Antisocial behaviour - General.

Action

Hotspot patrols are being carried out, with officers working alongside partner agencies to use available tools and powers to address persistent and complex issues. A youth activity strategy is being developed and delivered in collaboration with partners. Educational sessions, including information on the misuse of catapults, are being delivered in schools and through the 'Safety in Action' event to inform and deter inappropriate behaviour.

Issue

Road safety issues.

Action

Speed enforcement is being carried out in areas identified as high-risk. Officers are supporting the deployment of Community Speedwatch and taking part in multi-agency road safety operations focused on the Fatal Four offences (speeding, drink/drug driving, mobile phone use, and not wearing seatbelts). Where appropriate, drivers and riders identified as risk are being referred to driving standards courses organised by Kent County Council. Schools are also being supported in delivering road safety awareness education.

Issue

Fly tipping.

Action

Multi-agency operations are being carried out to target offenders, with support provided to lead partner agencies in gathering intelligence and evidence. Visible patrols are also being conducted in risk locations to deter and respond to criminal activity.

Upcoming Events

Drop in surgery

Opportunity to attend and raise issues.

Where: Woodchurch Hub, Front Road, Woodchurch, TN26 3PA

When: 26 August 2025 at 10:00 - 26 August 2025 at 11:00

Hamstreet Parish meeting

An opportunity to attend and raise issues in the Parish.

Where: Hamstreet Sports Pavillion, B2067, Hamstreet, Ashford, TN26 2JH

When: 8 September 2025 at 19:00 - 8 September 2025 at 20:00

Wittersham Parish meeting

An opportunity to attend and raise issues in the Parish.

Where: Wittersham Village Hall, The Street, Wittersham, Tenterden, TN30 7ED

When: 9 September 2025 at 19:00 - 9 September 2025 at 20:00

Drop in surgery

An opportunity to attend and raise issues.

Where: Woodchurch Hub, The Green, Woodchurch, TN26 3PF

When: 19 September 2025 at 14:00 - 19 September 2025 at 16:00

Drop in surgery

An opportunity to attend and raise issues.

Where: Highbury Hall, Highbury Hall Lane, Tenterden, TN30 6LE

When: 19 September 2025 at 14:00 - 19 September 2025 at 16:00

Drop in surgery

An opportunity to attend and raise issues.

Where: Woodchurch Hub, The Green, Woodchurch, TN26 3PF

When: 22 September 2025 at 10:00 - 22 September 2025 at 11:00

Biddenden Parish meeting

An opportunity to attend and raise issues in the Parish.

Where: Old Village Hall, Tenterden Road, Biddenden, Ashford, TN27 8BB

When: 7 October 2025 at 19:30 - 7 October 2025 at 20:30