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 joins officers on burglary patrol in Surrey Heath as hundreds of homes are visited
Lisa Townsend has joined officers on patrol in Surrey Heath after an increase in burglaries in the borough.
Commissioner’s statement following the guilty verdicts in the Sara Sharif murder trial
Surrey's Police and Crime Commissioner has shared a statement after the father and stepmother of Sara Sharif were today found guilty of her murder.
Just days left to have your say on policing priorities in Surrey for the next three years
Time is running out for Surrey's residents to have their say on the priorities for police in the county over the next three years.