POLICE DETAILS
Kent Police - Gillingham North Neighbourhood

Drug taking.

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.

Drug dealing.

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.

Shoplifting.

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.

Drug taking.

We are tackling drug taking and drug dealing in the Gillingham area. Our officers have carried out proactive stop searches, which have led to positive results. We have been speaking with local residents to gather information and have increased our high?visibility foot patrols. We have also been stopping and searching people involved in drug activity, which has led to further positive outcomes. In addition, officers have carried out Section 23 drugs warrants, which have resulted in arrests and the seizure of drugs and weapons.

Drug dealing.

We are tackling drug taking and drug dealing in the Gillingham area. Our officers have carried out proactive stop searches, which have led to positive results. We have been speaking with local residents to gather information and have increased our high?visibility foot patrols. We have also been stopping and searching people involved in drug activity, which has led to further positive outcomes. In addition, officers have carried out Section 23 drugs warrants, which have resulted in arrests and the seizure of drugs and weapons.

Shoplifting.

Our team has been working hard to help keep the area safe. We have stopped and searched people when needed, which has helped us catch shoplifters. We patrol in uniform so people can see us, and we also work in plain clothes when this helps us spot crime. We have worked closely with local businesses and the CCTV team, and together we have been able to find and arrest suspects quickly. This has led to several arrests and people being taken to court, and it also means we can make sure people get the support they need to move away from crime. Our officers have also helped increase the number of CCTV cameras in the area. These cameras link straight to the Medway CCTV Control Room, which means officers can get to incidents faster and there is now better coverage to help identify suspects.

Antisocial behaviour - nuisance.

We attended local events, community centres and faith centres, and held monthly drop‑in sessions to listen to concerns about antisocial behaviour. Officers explained how to recognise antisocial behaviour and how to report it properly.

We are also working closely with housing providers and have set up a joint drop‑in session with Medway Housing at Keswick Court on 10 June 2026. Where issues have been identified, warnings and acceptable behaviour agreements have been issued to those causing problems.

Drug dealing and taking.

We carried out joint visits with partner organisations to several locations in the area to address concerns about drug use. Officers worked closely with housing providers and property agents to raise issues, share information and agree next steps to reduce harm and improve safety.

Nuisance motorcycles.

We increased high‑visibility patrols during busy times around Gillingham Green, QE Recreational Grounds, The Vineries and nearby areas. Officers carried out joint visits with housing partners to help identify those responsible.

We also spoke directly with young people and their parents to issue warnings and offer support where needed. Information has been recorded and shared with specialist teams so further action can be taken.

Nuisance motorcycles.

We have increased patrols at busy times in areas including Gillingham Green, the Recreation Ground and The Vineries.

We are working with housing partners to identify those causing problems and are engaging directly with young people and their parents to offer guidance and support.

Information is being gathered and shared with specialist teams to support further action.

Antisocial behaviour - nuisance.

We are visiting local events, community centres and faith centres to engage with the community.

We run regular drop-in sessions to listen to concerns and help people understand what antisocial behaviour (ASB) is and how to report it.

We have also held joint sessions with partners, including a recent event with Medway Housing, and community meetings with residents. More events are planned to continue this engagement.

Drug dealing.

We have carried out joint visits with partner agencies to addresses including Keswick Court, Hazlemere Drive, Victory Place and St Albarn’s Close.

We are working closely with housing providers to address concerns about drug use and help keep residents safe.

Nuisance motorcycles.

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.

Antisocial behaviour - nuisance.

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.

E-scooters/Bikes.

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.

Nuisance motorcycles.

We have increased patrols at busy times in areas including Gillingham Green, the Recreation Ground and The Vineries.

We are working with housing partners to identify those causing problems and are engaging directly with young people and their parents to offer guidance and support.

Information is being gathered and shared with specialist teams to support further action.

Antisocial behaviour - nuisance.

We are visiting local events, community centres and faith centres to engage with the community.

We run regular drop-in sessions to listen to concerns and help people understand what antisocial behaviour (ASB) is and how to report it.

We have also held joint sessions with partners, including a recent event with Medway Housing, and community meetings with residents. More events are planned to continue this engagement.

Drug dealing.

We have carried out joint visits with partner agencies to addresses including Keswick Court, Hazlemere Drive, Victory Place and St Albarn’s Close.

We are working closely with housing providers to address concerns about drug use and help keep residents safe.