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

Calling all young artists! Commissioner and Deputy launch annual Christmas card competition

Surrey's Police and Crime Commissioner and her Deputy are inviting entries for their annual Christmas card competition.

Have your say on the crime and policing issues that affect you as Policing Your Community roadshow returns this month

Members of the public are invited to have their say as the Policing Your Community roadshow returns to all 11 Surrey boroughs this autumn and winter.

“It’s the job where no two hours are the same – and it’s a role like no other for those who love Surrey”

Surrey's Police and Crime Commissioner has paid tribute to one of Surrey Police's most visible frontline roles.