About your Commissioner

Representing your voice on policing in Surrey. 

Lisa Townsend is the Police and Crime Commissioner for Surrey.

Commissioners were introduced in 2012 to monitor and improve the service provided by police forces in England and Wales, set the priorities for policing in each area and commission key services that strengthen community safety and support victims.

Use the below links to learn more about your Commissioner and our Office:

Roles & Responsibilities

Your Commissioner is responsible for overseeing the work of Surrey Police, holding the Chief Constable to account on your behalf, and funding key services that strengthen community safety and support victims.

Police and Crime Plan

The Police and Crime Plan is set by the Commissioner and outlines the priorities for Surrey Police. It is informed by consultation with the public and Police and Crime Plan areas are used as a framework to measure the Force’s performance.

Surrey Police performance

Our dedicated Data Hub contains the latest information on Surrey Police performance including response times and progress against the Police and Crime Plan.

Latest News

Commissioner urges Surrey residents to report anti-social behaviour and access support

Lisa Townsend is encouraging victims of Anti-Social Behaviour (ASB) in Surrey to report all concerns straightaway and to the right organisation so that problems are dealt with effectively.

Police force merger plans – complete our brief survey

Surrey residents are being invited to share their views about Government proposals to merge police forces in a survey launched today by Police and Crime Commissioner Lisa Townsend.

Commissioner shines a light on the role of PCSOs and celebrates all officers, staff and volunteers this Neighbourhood Policing Week

Lisa Townsend joins two PCSOs on patrol in Woking and celebrates all police officers, staff and volunteers this Neighbourhood Policing Week