POLICE DETAILS
Kent Police - Seasalter Neighbourhood

Road safety 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.

E-scooters/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 - general.

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.

Road safety issues.

We understand that these issues can affect how safe people feel in their neighbourhoods, especially near homes, schools and busy local roads. PC Powell is aware of the road safety concerns around Joy Lane School. Some of these problems relate to council responsibilities, such as parking rules, and to vehicles parking on or close to junctions along Joy Lane.

PC Powell will work with council parking enforcement officers to carry out a joint operation aimed at reducing unsafe and inconsiderate parking.

E-scooters/nuisance motorcycles.

PC Powell has been advised of some nuisance e-scooter riders in Seasalter so has increased his patrolling in the area to stop and seek to seize these illegal bikes. Despite increased patrolling he has not seen any e-scooters so no seizures have been made. Patrolling will continue.

Antisocial behaviour - general.

PC Powell and PC Clark have been patrolling the areas that the public have raised as hotspots for antisocial behaviour (ASB) along Faversham Road. They have also been working with the council to focus on specific problem locations.

Because of this joint work, the council has installed temporary CCTV cameras in the areas most affected by ASB. This has already helped reduce the number of reports we receive.

PC Powell is also aware of several derelict buildings that attract groups of young people and lead to ASB. These locations are regularly patrolled to make sure there are no ongoing issues.

Road safety issues.

Your local Beat Team is working alongside Canterbury City Council’s traffic‑enforcement officers to deal with parking issues in the ward. These concerns are raised regularly during engagement events, and we continue to pass all reports to the correct teams so action can be taken.

I have also been liaising with the Speedwatch coordinator to arrange a Speedwatch site on Joy Lane. This will take place the next time the Speedwatch team is in the area.

Dog fouling.

Local beat officers have received no reports of dog fouling in the Seasalter area. Any incidents of dog fouling should be reported directly to Canterbury City Council, as they are the team responsible for dealing with these matters.

Fraud.

There are currently four reports of fraud under investigation in the area. These involve different types of fraud, including one case linked to cold‑calling.

Local beat officers are working with investigating teams and supporting enquiries where possible, including carrying out local checks to help identify those responsible. Further action will be taken as enquiries progress.

Highways obstructions.

Your local neighbourhood officer deals with highway obstructions whenever they are identified during patrols. A highway obstruction is anything that blocks or restricts the safe use of a road, pavement or public right of way. In many cases, officers are able to resolve issues quickly by speaking with the vehicle owner, providing advice and asking them to move their vehicle. This approach has been successful, with most obstructions being removed promptly and drivers responding positively to the advice given. Where obstructions remain in place for longer periods or present a more serious concern, further action may be taken by police or the matter may be referred to the local council, which has responsibility for enforcing many highway-related issues. This partnership approach helps to keep roads and pavements safe and accessible for all road users.

Dog fouling.

Concerns about dog fouling within the ward have been recognised and shared with the appropriate local authority. Dog fouling is the responsibility of the local council, which has the powers to investigate reports and take enforcement action where necessary. Residents who have raised concerns have been directed to the council’s reporting process so that incidents can be dealt with by the responsible organisation. Dog fouling can have a negative impact on public spaces, the local environment and public health, and reporting incidents helps the council identify problem areas and target its resources effectively. By working together with the council, local agencies can help ensure that public spaces remain clean, safe and welcoming for residents and visitors.

Road safety issues.

Following reports of speeding in the area, officers carried out speed enforcement checks on Joy Lane in Seasalter ward on 2 June 2026. Several vehicles were stopped and drivers spoken to, but no offences were identified and no enforcement action was required. Four officers took part in the operation, providing a visible police presence and reassurance to local residents. Road safety remains a priority, and further speed checks will continue across the ward. Officers will also continue to work alongside Speedwatch, a community scheme where trained volunteers work with the police to monitor vehicle speeds and help raise awareness of speeding concerns in their local area.

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.

Highways obstructions.

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.

Road safety 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.

Highways obstructions.

Your local neighbourhood officer deals with highway obstructions whenever they are identified during patrols. A highway obstruction is anything that blocks or restricts the safe use of a road, pavement or public right of way. In many cases, officers are able to resolve issues quickly by speaking with the vehicle owner, providing advice and asking them to move their vehicle. This approach has been successful, with most obstructions being removed promptly and drivers responding positively to the advice given. Where obstructions remain in place for longer periods or present a more serious concern, further action may be taken by police or the matter may be referred to the local council, which has responsibility for enforcing many highway-related issues. This partnership approach helps to keep roads and pavements safe and accessible for all road users.

Dog fouling.

Concerns about dog fouling within the ward have been recognised and shared with the appropriate local authority. Dog fouling is the responsibility of the local council, which has the powers to investigate reports and take enforcement action where necessary. Residents who have raised concerns have been directed to the council’s reporting process so that incidents can be dealt with by the responsible organisation. Dog fouling can have a negative impact on public spaces, the local environment and public health, and reporting incidents helps the council identify problem areas and target its resources effectively. By working together with the council, local agencies can help ensure that public spaces remain clean, safe and welcoming for residents and visitors.

Road safety issues.

Following reports of speeding in the area, officers carried out speed enforcement checks on Joy Lane in Seasalter ward on 2 June 2026. Several vehicles were stopped and drivers spoken to, but no offences were identified and no enforcement action was required. Four officers took part in the operation, providing a visible police presence and reassurance to local residents. Road safety remains a priority, and further speed checks will continue across the ward. Officers will also continue to work alongside Speedwatch, a community scheme where trained volunteers work with the police to monitor vehicle speeds and help raise awareness of speeding concerns in their local area.