Crime in the meads, swale
Comprehensive safety analysis for the meads, localized within swale.
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Incident Distribution
| Location Reference | Primary Incidents | Total |
|---|---|---|
| On or near Sheppey Way Map | Other theft: 2Other crime: 1Criminal damage and arson: 1 | 4 |
| On or near Anatase Close Map | Anti-social behaviour: 1Criminal damage and arson: 1Violence and sexual offences: 1 | 3 |
| On or near Rook Lane Map | Violence and sexual offences: 2 | 2 |
| On or near Parchment Drive Map | Other theft: 1Violence and sexual offences: 1 | 2 |
| On or near Spinel Close Map | Vehicle crime: 1Violence and sexual offences: 1 | 2 |
| On or near Quinton Road Map | Possession of weapons: 1Violence and sexual offences: 1 | 2 |
| On or near Quartz Way Map | Public order: 1 | 1 |
| On or near Parsonage Lane Map | Public order: 1 | 1 |
| On or near Trona Court Map | Possession of weapons: 1 | 1 |
| On or near The Meads Avenue Map | Possession of weapons: 1 | 1 |
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Local Priorities
Highway obstructions.
Issued: 13 Apr 2026
Status Update
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.
Actioned: 13 Apr 2026
Drug taking.
Issued: 13 Apr 2026
Status Update
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.
Actioned: 13 Apr 2026
Nuisance motorcycles.
Issued: 13 Apr 2026
Status Update
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.
Actioned: 13 Apr 2026
Noise disturbance.
Issued: 3 Feb 2026
Status Update
We are working closely with Swale Borough Council’s Environmental Team and have passed on the reports we have received. We continue to work together, and with housing associations where needed to address these issues and support the community.
Actioned: 17 Mar 2026
Drugs.
Issued: 3 Feb 2026
Status Update
Proactive patrols have been carried out in areas where drug‑related issues were identified, including visits to affected blocks of flats. A joint meeting was arranged with all residents, Police, the Housing Association, and the Council’s antisocial behaviour Officer. Support, guidance, and advice were provided to help address the concerns raised. Vehicles were seized which were linked to drug dealing. PC Boosey has been involved with residents who have started a residents group.
Actioned: 17 Mar 2026
Engagement Events
The Meads - Police Surgery - Community Coffee Morning
other10:00 AM — 11:00 AM
The Meads Community Centre, 9-11 Emerald Crescent Sittingbourne, ME10 5JJ
Swale Community Day
other10:00 AM — 3:00 PM
The Appleyard Sports Ground, Gore Court Road Sittingbourne
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