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Temple Hill — Neighbourhood Policing Team

Local policing team in the Kent Police area: contact routes, current priorities and public events.

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Recorded crime — June 2026

73 street-level crimes recorded within this team’s boundary.

Compared with May 2026 (79): ▼ 6 (8%) lower. Recorded-crime counts fluctuate month to month.

  • Violence and sexual offences26 · 36%
  • Anti-social behaviour24 · 33%
  • Other theft5 · 7%
  • Criminal damage and arson4 · 5%
  • Burglary3 · 4%
  • Shoplifting3 · 4%
  • Other crime3 · 4%
  • Vehicle crime2 · 3%

Street-level open data from data.police.uk (Open Government Licence v3.0), counted within this team’s official boundary. Locations on data.police.uk are approximate — snapped to anonymised map points near where each crime occurred — so figures are a guide, not an exact address-level count. Captured 2026-08-08.

What happened to reported crimes — June 2026

57 recorded outcomes logged within this team’s boundary.

  • Unable to prosecute suspect25 · 44%
  • Investigation complete; no suspect identified17 · 30%
  • Awaiting court outcome12 · 21%
  • Local resolution2 · 4%
  • Action to be taken by another organisation1 · 2%

Recorded outcomes from data.police.uk (Open Government Licence v3.0). A crime and its outcome can fall in different months, so these do not map one-to-one onto the crime counts above. Captured 2026-08-09.

Current priorities

Drug dealing.

PC Cooper has increased patrols in the area, using both uniformed officers and plain clothes officers to help tackle the issues being reported. Officers have also carried out a number of stop checks, where people or vehicles are stopped so that enquiries can be made and any concerns about suspected criminal activity can be investigated. The Neighbourhood Task Force has supported this work by carrying out targeted operations and executing several search warrants in the area. A search warrant is a legal document authorised by a court that allows police to search a property for evidence linked to suspected criminal activity. Work is continuing to identify individuals and vehicles believed to be connected to these concerns so that appropriate action can be taken to prevent further offending and help keep the community safe.

Set: 2026-04-16

Antisocial behaviour - general.

PC Cooper has focused patrols in areas where concerns have been reported and has spoken with groups of young people gathering in those locations. During these engagements, officers have recorded relevant details and gathered information to help better understand any issues affecting the area. Any necessary follow-up action is being progressed as part of ongoing efforts to tackle antisocial behaviour. Antisocial behaviour includes actions that cause nuisance, alarm or distress to others, such as persistent disorder, vandalism, intimidation or other behaviour that negatively affects the local community. PC Cooper will continue to work with residents, partner agencies and local organisations to address concerns, prevent further problems and help ensure the area is a safe and welcoming place for everyone.

Set: 2026-04-16

Unlawful obstruction.

While on patrol, PC Cooper has taken action to address vehicles that are parked in a way that creates a dangerous obstruction for other road users or pedestrians. When vehicles have been found causing a safety risk, he has contacted the registered keeper and arranged for the vehicle to be moved. He has also provided advice and education to drivers about the risks and potential offences associated with careless, inconsiderate or dangerous parking. Obstructed roads and pavements can create hazards for motorists, cyclists, wheelchair users and pedestrians, making road safety a key priority. PC Cooper has focused on educating drivers and encouraging safer parking practices in the first instance, helping to prevent future problems and improve safety for everyone who uses the area's roads and footpaths.

Set: 2026-04-16

Public events & surgeries

Friends of Hesketh Park Meeting

2026-08-05 · Dartford Cricket Club, Pilgrims Way Dartford

Event listings reflect the last data refresh — check the official team page before attending.

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Source: data.police.uk API · Licensed under Open Government Licence v3.0 · Fetched 2026-07-13. BlueLineHub is independent and not affiliated with Kent Police.