POLICE DETAILS
Kent Police - Hartlip, Newington and Upchurch Neighbourhood

Fly-tipping.

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 antisocial behaviour.

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.

Catapults.

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.

Fly-tipping.

Regular patrols are continuing in response to concerns raised by the public. Although the Council and the Environment Agency are the lead organisations for this issue, Kent Police is actively supporting their work and maintaining a visible presence in the area.

Nuisance antisocial behaviour.

PC Boosey is working closely with partner agencies, including Swale Borough Council and the Child Centred Policing Team. High?visibility patrols are taking place to reassure residents, and anyone who commits an offence will be dealt with using the full range of policing powers.

Catapults.

We have been following up on all reports and carrying out enquiries, including reviewing CCTV and working closely with our Child Centred Policing Team. This has helped us identify children involved in using catapults. Officers have been speaking with the young people concerned, offering advice and education to help them understand the consequences of their actions and make safer choices.

Nuisance antisocial behaviour.

We continue to work with our partners and local communities to address reports of antisocial behaviour. Every report helps us build a clearer picture of what is happening, and we make sure concerns are directed to the most appropriate team so they can be dealt with effectively.

Wildlife crime issues.

We are continuing to work with developers and the Rural Task Force in Newington to address recent wildlife‑related concerns. Officers are also working closely with Swale Borough Council’s Environmental Response Team and have passed on updates about incidents of fly‑tipping. PC Boosey has been carrying out night‑time patrols in the area to help deter lamping and protect local wildlife.

Road safety issues.

High‑visibility patrols have led to officers stopping and seizing a vehicle in Oak Lane. In a separate incident, another driver was stopped with a disqualified driver at the wheel. That driver was found to have 18 penalty points and is banned from driving until December 2026.

Since January, there have been only two CADs (Computer‑Aided Dispatch logs), which are formal incidents recorded by our control room relating to nuisance vehicles.

Fly tipping.

Officers continue to work closely with Swale Borough Council and partner agencies to tackle fly-tipping and environmental crime. As part of this work, PC Boosey has supported the use of drone flights over suspected illegal waste sites to help gather evidence and support investigations.

Proactive patrols are also carried out at known fly-tipping hotspots, where suspicious vehicles may be stopped and checked where appropriate. This activity helps identify offenders, disrupt illegal waste disposal and protect the local environment.

We will continue to work with partner agencies, carry out targeted patrols and take action where offences are identified to reduce fly-tipping and its impact on local communities.

Road safety issues.

Concerns about road safety have been addressed through regular patrols and engagement in identified problem areas, including Playstool Close, Playstool Road and Orchard Drive. Officers have worked closely with local schools, residents and partner agencies to address parking concerns during peak times and promote safer driving and parking practices.

Enforcement activity continues where appropriate and is supported by the review of available data and ongoing monitoring of local concerns. Officers will continue to patrol the area, respond to issues raised by the community and take action where necessary to help keep roads safe for all users.

E-bikes/e-scooters.`

We have increased patrols in key hotspot areas and strengthened partnership working with specialist teams, including the Rural Task Force, to tackle nuisance e‑scooter and e‑bike use. Officers have also increased engagement with residents and local businesses to gather information about where these vehicles are being used, stored or linked to antisocial behaviour.

Information provided by the community is helping officers identify offenders and support targeted enforcement activity. This intelligence-led approach enables resources to be focused on the areas most affected and helps ensure appropriate action is taken where offences are identified.

Further operations are being planned, and officers will continue to work with partner agencies and the community to reduce nuisance vehicle use, improve public safety and address concerns raised by residents.

Road safety.

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 vehicles.

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.

Wildlife crime issues.

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.

Fly tipping.

Officers continue to work closely with Swale Borough Council and partner agencies to tackle fly-tipping and environmental crime. As part of this work, PC Boosey has supported the use of drone flights over suspected illegal waste sites to help gather evidence and support investigations.

Proactive patrols are also carried out at known fly-tipping hotspots, where suspicious vehicles may be stopped and checked where appropriate. This activity helps identify offenders, disrupt illegal waste disposal and protect the local environment.

We will continue to work with partner agencies, carry out targeted patrols and take action where offences are identified to reduce fly-tipping and its impact on local communities.

Road safety issues.

Concerns about road safety have been addressed through regular patrols and engagement in identified problem areas, including Playstool Close, Playstool Road and Orchard Drive. Officers have worked closely with local schools, residents and partner agencies to address parking concerns during peak times and promote safer driving and parking practices.

Enforcement activity continues where appropriate and is supported by the review of available data and ongoing monitoring of local concerns. Officers will continue to patrol the area, respond to issues raised by the community and take action where necessary to help keep roads safe for all users.

E-bikes/e-scooters.`

We have increased patrols in key hotspot areas and strengthened partnership working with specialist teams, including the Rural Task Force, to tackle nuisance e‑scooter and e‑bike use. Officers have also increased engagement with residents and local businesses to gather information about where these vehicles are being used, stored or linked to antisocial behaviour.

Information provided by the community is helping officers identify offenders and support targeted enforcement activity. This intelligence-led approach enables resources to be focused on the areas most affected and helps ensure appropriate action is taken where offences are identified.

Further operations are being planned, and officers will continue to work with partner agencies and the community to reduce nuisance vehicle use, improve public safety and address concerns raised by residents.