POLICE DETAILS
Kent Police - Woodstock Neighbourhood

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.

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.

Theft-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.

Nuisance antisocial behaviour.

PC Roostan is working with the Child Centred Policing Team, carrying out regular high?visibility patrols and engaging with schools, parents, and councils. Anyone committing offences will be dealt with using full policing powers.

Road safety issues.

We’ve increased high?visibility patrols and carried out regular speed checks. Drivers breaking the law are being dealt with using full policing powers.

Theft-shoplifting.

There are currently no reports of theft or shoplifting affecting local shops or businesses. Officers continue to carry out regular high?visibility patrols to help deter crime. They are also using stop?and?search powers and making arrests where necessary.

PC Roostan reviews all crime reports for the area and checks any available CCTV footage from reported incidents. This helps identify suspects and supports further enquiries or prosecutions.

Antisocial behaviour - nuisance.

We have increased high‑visibility patrols and engaged directly with members of the community. This proactive presence, combined with our partnership work, has led to a noticeable reduction in calls linked to antisocial behaviour.

Since 1 January 2026, we have received only three reports of nuisance youth, which is reassuring and suggests that targeted patrols are having a positive impact.

E-scooters/e-bikes.

On several days, your Neighbourhood Policing Team carried out targeted patrols focusing on e‑scooters and e‑bikes. Where these vehicles were found being used illegally, they were seized. Officers have also been engaging with riders and the wider community, offering advice on safe and lawful use.

As a result of this work, we are pleased to report that there have been no recent calls about e‑scooters or e‑bikes. This is reassuring and shows the positive impact of engagement and visible patrols in the area.

Theft shoplifting.

We have had two recent shoplifting incidents, both resulting in strong outcomes. One suspect has been charged and remanded. Another suspect has been postal‑charged, which means the charge has been issued by post rather than at a police station. A separate incident from January has also resulted in a charge, showing continued follow‑up and successful identification of offenders.

We are pleased to report that no other shoplifting incidents have been recorded in this ward at this time. This is reassuring and reflects positive outcomes from recent investigations.

Road safety issues.

Road safety concerns have been addressed through regular patrols and targeted engagement in identified problem areas, particularly around local schools. Officers have been present at key times to address unsafe parking and driving behaviour, with a number of drivers stopped and spoken to about safer driving practices.

Ongoing work with schools, residents and partner agencies aims to improve behaviour during school drop-off and pick-up times, helping to make routes safer for children, parents and other road users. Further activity is planned at additional locations as concerns are identified.

Officers will continue to monitor issues, carry out patrols and take appropriate action where necessary to improve road safety and provide reassurance to the community.

Antisocial behaviour - nuisance.

Concerns about antisocial behaviour, particularly involving groups of young people, have been addressed through regular patrols in hotspot locations, including King George V Playing Fields and Northwood Drive. Officers have also continued to engage with local residents to gather information, provide reassurance and identify any emerging concerns.

Partnership working remains a key part of this approach, with support from the Child-Centred Policing Team and Town Centre Officers to help prevent further incidents and engage positively with young people. Patrols will also be extended to include Gerrard’s Drive and Shurland Avenue in response to community feedback.

Residents are encouraged to continue reporting incidents of antisocial behaviour, as information from the community helps officers target patrols effectively and take appropriate action where needed.

E-bikes/e-scooters.

Concerns about nuisance e-scooter and e-bike use are being addressed through increased engagement with local residents, businesses and partner agencies. This has helped identify hotspot locations and gather valuable information about where these vehicles are being used and stored.

Officers have also worked with local secondary schools and their senior leadership teams to promote safe and responsible behaviour and raise awareness of the laws relating to e-scooters and e-bikes.

Information provided by the community continues to support targeted enforcement activity, and further operations are planned to address ongoing concerns, reduce antisocial behaviour and improve public safety.

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.

Antisocial behaviour youths.

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.

Road safety concerns have been addressed through regular patrols and targeted engagement in identified problem areas, particularly around local schools. Officers have been present at key times to address unsafe parking and driving behaviour, with a number of drivers stopped and spoken to about safer driving practices.

Ongoing work with schools, residents and partner agencies aims to improve behaviour during school drop-off and pick-up times, helping to make routes safer for children, parents and other road users. Further activity is planned at additional locations as concerns are identified.

Officers will continue to monitor issues, carry out patrols and take appropriate action where necessary to improve road safety and provide reassurance to the community.

Antisocial behaviour - nuisance.

Concerns about antisocial behaviour, particularly involving groups of young people, have been addressed through regular patrols in hotspot locations, including King George V Playing Fields and Northwood Drive. Officers have also continued to engage with local residents to gather information, provide reassurance and identify any emerging concerns.

Partnership working remains a key part of this approach, with support from the Child-Centred Policing Team and Town Centre Officers to help prevent further incidents and engage positively with young people. Patrols will also be extended to include Gerrard’s Drive and Shurland Avenue in response to community feedback.

Residents are encouraged to continue reporting incidents of antisocial behaviour, as information from the community helps officers target patrols effectively and take appropriate action where needed.

E-bikes/e-scooters.

Concerns about nuisance e-scooter and e-bike use are being addressed through increased engagement with local residents, businesses and partner agencies. This has helped identify hotspot locations and gather valuable information about where these vehicles are being used and stored.

Officers have also worked with local secondary schools and their senior leadership teams to promote safe and responsible behaviour and raise awareness of the laws relating to e-scooters and e-bikes.

Information provided by the community continues to support targeted enforcement activity, and further operations are planned to address ongoing concerns, reduce antisocial behaviour and improve public safety.