Teddington Police Station

About Teddington Police Station

Teddington Police Station is a local Metropolitan Police facility serving residents across Teddington and the surrounding area as part of the Richmond borough command. It provides a community point of contact for policing matters, neighbourhood safety concerns and public enquiries. Whether you have a local concern to report, need to speak with a community officer, or simply want guidance on a safety matter, the station represents an accessible face of policing for those who live and work in this well-established riverside community.

Local area

Teddington is a close-knit community with a strong sense of local identity — the kind of place where residents know their neighbours and take an active interest in the safety of their streets. The police station sits within this fabric as part of the Metropolitan Police’s Richmond borough command, which covers a wide area including Barnes, Richmond and Twickenham. For a neighbourhood that values its peaceful character — from the riverside at Teddington Lock to the quiet roads bordering Bushy Park — having a local policing presence matters to many residents.

Why choose Teddington Police Station

For residents of Teddington and the immediate surrounding area, having a local Metropolitan Police presence provides reassurance and a practical point of contact without needing to travel further afield. As part of the Richmond borough command, the station connects the community to the wider policing structure while remaining focused on local concerns. For older residents in particular, being able to raise a neighbourhood matter or seek safety guidance in person — rather than navigating telephone systems alone — is a genuine and valued convenience.

Services

• Community policing support
• Local crime reporting
• Neighbourhood safety enquiries
• Public counter enquiries
• Community safety advice
• Borough policing liaison

Ideal for: Local residents, Teddington community members, Businesses on Teddington High Street, Families and older residents with safety concerns, Newcomers to the area.

Frequently asked questions

Is Teddington Police Station part of the Metropolitan Police?

Yes. Teddington Police Station operates as part of the Metropolitan Police’s Richmond borough command, which covers policing across the wider Richmond upon Thames area.

What kinds of matters can I raise at Teddington Police Station?

The station serves as a point of contact for local policing matters and community safety enquiries. This may include reporting a local concern, seeking advice on neighbourhood safety, or making a general public enquiry.

Is Teddington Police Station the right place to contact for all Richmond borough policing matters?

The station covers Teddington and is part of the Richmond borough command, so it can help direct you appropriately. For emergencies, always call 999; for non-emergencies, 101 is the Metropolitan Police’s dedicated line.

Does the station serve the Barnes area as well as Teddington?

Teddington Police Station is based in Teddington and primarily serves that locality. Both Teddington and Barnes fall under the Metropolitan Police’s Richmond borough command, so there is a shared policing structure across both communities.