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
Deputy Commissioner encourages current and former members of the UK Armed Forces to sign up to the Forcer Protocol
Deputy Commissioner Ellie Vesey-Thompson explains how signing up to the Forcer Protocol is a life-saving initiative for serving UK Armed Forces personnel and veterans
Commissioner meets the Redhill helicopter team who can spot a number on a lanyard from 1,200 feet
Commissioner Lisa Townsend visits the National Police Air Service and learns of the vital impact that policing from the sky has on public safety
Last chance to have your say on proposed police merger plans!
It's the last chance for Surrey residents to have their say on police merger plans in Commissioner Lisa Townsend's survey that closes on Monday 17th August.