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
Inside the Boots nerve centre where operators track Surrey’s shoplifters in real time
Lisa Townsend visited the Boots CCTV Monitoring Centre after a Surrey shoplifter was sentenced to two years in prison.
Six days without a report of crime: How police are ‘problem-solving’ offending in Woking town centre
A data-led crackdown on criminality in Woking town centre has resulted in six consecutive days without a reported crime.
“Your reports matter”: Deputy Commissioner launches Rural Crime Forum with Surrey Police
Deputy Commissioner Ellie Vesey-Thompson will host Surrey's Rural Crime Forum in partnership with Surrey Police.