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

Office of the Commissioner hosts partners delivering victim care – after dedicated Unit helps a quarter of a million people to cope and recover

Police and Crime Commissioner Lisa Townsend with the Chief Constable of Surrey Police and the Head of the Victim and Witness Care Unit at the VWCU office in Guildford Police Station

Representatives from services across the county united to drive improvements to the care that victims of crime receive.

Ellie Vesey-Thompson reappointed as Deputy Police and Crime Commissioner for another term

Ellie Vesey-Thompson has vowed to continue with her work for young people, rural communities and veterans.

Updated statement from Police and Crime Commissioner Lisa Townsend following incident in Staines-upon-Thames

police with blue lights on at night

The Commissioner said she was in regular contact with senior officers from Surrey Police who have kept her updated on the situation.