Community Safety
Cliffsend is a peaceful and welcoming village, and the Parish Council works closely with residents, Kent Police, Thanet District Council and other partner organisations to help keep the area safe, clean and enjoyable for everyone.
This page provides general community safety information, useful contacts and links to reporting services for residents and visitors.
For emergencies always call 999.
For non-emergency police matters call 101.
Your Local Beat Officer
The current Kent Police Ward Officer for Cliffsend & Pegwell and the wider Thanet Villages area is:
PC Owen Crush
Community Safety Unit – Kent Police
Mobile: 07814 995900
Email: [email protected]
PC Crush regularly patrols the village and surrounding areas and has a particular interest in:
- Road safety and speeding concerns
- Vehicle-related crime
- Anti-social driving
- Community engagement and visibility patrols
Residents may also see PC Crush attending local events, community meetings and carrying out patrols across Cliffsend, Pegwell and the surrounding villages.
My Community Voice Kent
Residents are encouraged to sign up to My Community Voice Kent, Kent Police’s free messaging and engagement service.
The service allows residents to:
- Receive local policing updates
- Hear about crime prevention initiatives
- Receive information about community events and meetings
- Contact local officers
- Share concerns and community intelligence
Fraud, Scams & Rogue Traders
Unfortunately, scams and fraud continue to affect communities across the country, particularly elderly and vulnerable residents.
Common scams include:
- Cold callers and rogue traders
- Fake parcel delivery texts or emails
- Telephone banking scams
- Romance and online scams
- Fake charity collections
- Doorstep sales pressure
- Fraudulent energy or utility callers
Residents are reminded:
- Never feel pressured into making immediate decisions
- Do not give bank details or passwords to unexpected callers
- Always verify identification before allowing anyone into your home
- Be cautious of unexpected emails, texts or phone calls requesting payment or personal information
- Speak to family, friends or neighbours if unsure
Suspicious activity or scams should be reported to:
- Action Fraud
- Kent Police
- Trading Standards
Community Priorities
Recent community priorities and concerns within Cliffsend and Pegwell have included:
- Speeding and road safety
- Anti-social driving
- Illegal use of e-scooters
- Dog fouling
- Fly tipping and littering
- Anti-social behaviour in public spaces
Kent Police and partner agencies continue to work together to address these concerns through patrols, enforcement activity and community engagement.
Crime Prevention & Personal Safety
Simple steps can help reduce crime and improve community safety:
- Ensure vehicles and homes are locked and secure
- Report suspicious activity promptly
- Do not leave valuables on display in vehicles
- Use exterior lighting or CCTV where appropriate
- Keep pathways and public spaces clean and well maintained
- Look out for elderly or vulnerable neighbours during severe weather or power outages
Residents are encouraged to report concerns early, even if they appear minor.
Reporting Issues
Many issues can be reported directly online, including:
- Anti-social behaviour
- Fly tipping
- Graffiti
- Noise nuisance
- Dangerous driving
- Suspicious activity
Please visit the Report an Issue page on this website for further information and reporting links.