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
“You are not alone”: Commissioner urges romance fraud victims to speak to police
More than 600 reports of romance fraud were received by police in Surrey and Sussex last year - with total losses reaching over £7million.
Commissioner says Surrey Police will be properly funded to fight crime after council tax rise goes ahead
Lisa Townsend said asking the Surrey public for more funding to support policing is not a decision she takes lightly.
“Fantastic” hub tackling domestic abuse in Surrey will remain open as new funding is secured
The Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner for Surrey secured £2million for Steps to Change, which opened last year.