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 and Deputy share winning artwork from their annual Christmas card competition

Lisa Townsend and Ellie Vesey-Thompson have revealed the winner of their annual Christmas card competition.

New Surrey Police base set for Redhill next year, Commissioner announces

Commissioner Lisa Townsend has hailed a "bright future for policing" after the purchase of a site in Redhill.

Would you pay a little extra council tax to support the fight against crime? Have your say on police funding!

The Commissioner is asking Surrey residents whether they'd be prepared to pay around £1 extra a month in council tax.