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
Anti-social behaviour, hate crime and safety at night: The big issues for Surrey’s young people
More than 1,600 young people from Surrey have had their say on their crime and policing priorities.
“Real results on the issues that matter to residents”: Commissioner’s data reveals 305 fewer burglaries in Surrey
Surrey Police's charging rate for burglaries has increased by 56 per cent in a year.
“We all have a part to play”: Deputy Commissioner shares modern slavery ‘red flags’
Surrey's Deputy Police and Crime Commissioner has shared 'red flags' that could mean someone is a modern slavery victim.