POLICE DETAILS
Kent Police - Abbey Neighbourhood

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Gloucestershire Constabulary

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Abbey Neighbourhood

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Contact Details
Swale Borough Council
Telephone number: 01795 417850
https://www.swale.gov.uk

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Senior Officer Details

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Neighbourhood Officer Details

James Tancock (Police Constable)
James Tancock (Police Constable)
James Tancock (Police Constable)
James Tancock (Police Constable)
James Tancock (Police Constable)

Priorities

30 Oct 2025

Nuisance antisocial behaviour.

Response (30 Oct 2025)

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.

30 Oct 2025

E-scooter/nuisance motorbikes.

Response (30 Oct 2025)

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.

30 Oct 2025

Theft-shoplifting.

Response (30 Oct 2025)

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.

30 Oct 2025

Nuisance antisocial behaviour.

Response (19 Jan 2026)

Officers review every report of antisocial behaviour and take action when needed. When we can identify those involved, we take appropriate and positive steps to deal with the issue. We also discuss these cases each week with our partner organisations to make sure the right support is in place.

30 Oct 2025

E-scooter/nuisance motorbikes.

Response (19 Jan 2026)

PC Tancock has carried out targeted operations and high?visibility patrols, stopping vehicles in the areas affected. Community Protection Warnings have also been issued. A Community Protection Warning is a formal notice telling someone that their behaviour is causing a nuisance or harm to the community, and that they must stop or risk further action.

30 Oct 2025

Theft-shoplifting.

Response (19 Jan 2026)

Shoplifting remains a priority for our town centre officer, who works closely with Swale CCTV and local businesses to secure evidence and deal with offenders. Through the Swale Link Partnership, banning notices will also be issued to individuals causing harm in the town.

3 Feb 2026

Antisocial behaviour - nuisance.

Response (3 Feb 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.

3 Feb 2026

E-scooters/e-bikes.

Response (3 Feb 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.

3 Feb 2026

Fraud.

Response (3 Feb 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.

13 Apr 2026

Antisocial behaviour - nuisance.

Response (13 Apr 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.

13 Apr 2026

E-bikes/e-scooters.

Response (13 Apr 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.

13 Apr 2026

Fly tipping.

Response (13 Apr 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.

21 Jul 2026

Nuisance vehicles.

Response (21 Jul 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.

21 Jul 2026

Antisocial behaviour nuisance youths.

Response (21 Jul 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.

21 Jul 2026

Catapults.

Response (21 Jul 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.

13 Apr 2026

Antisocial behaviour - nuisance.

Response (21 Jul 2026)

We have increased patrols in and around the recreation ground and worked closely with local youth services in response to reports of antisocial behaviour. Officers have carried out enquiries to identify those responsible, including follow-up visits to young people and their families where concerns have been reported.

By working with partner agencies and engaging directly with those involved, we aim to address issues at an early stage, prevent further incidents and improve the quality of life for local residents. Patrols will continue in the area to provide reassurance, deter antisocial behaviour and respond to concerns raised by the community.

13 Apr 2026

E-bikes/e-scooters.

Response (21 Jul 2026)

We have carried out patrols across the ward and wider Faversham area to tackle reports of nuisance e-bikes, e-scooters and motorbikes. Following reports received from the community, officers have carried out enquiries and taken appropriate enforcement action where offences have been identified.

During this reporting period, one incident involving the nuisance use of a vehicle was reported and dealt with by officers. Warning letters have also been issued to individuals believed to have been involved in the antisocial use of these vehicles, helping to address concerns at an early stage and prevent further incidents.

Officers will continue to carry out targeted patrols, work with local communities and take appropriate action against those using e-bikes, e-scooters and motorbikes in an illegal or antisocial manner.

13 Apr 2026

Fly tipping.

Response (21 Jul 2026)

We shared information with residents on how to report fly-tipping and carried out patrols in areas where it had previously been reported. No fly-tipping incidents were reported to Kent Police during this period.

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