Chippenham Town North East

With over 24 years of policing experience - 21 of those spent with Wiltshire Police - Simon has served in a wide variety of roles across the county. His background includes a strong focus on frontline policing as well as time spent in custody roles, including the delivery of specialist training.

Simon is passionate about the impact Neighbourhood Policing can have on local communities. He believes it offers a valuable opportunity to proactively target crime hotspots, reduce offending, and provide tailored support to the most vulnerable members of the public.

Leading the local Neighbourhood Team is a role Simon describes as a privilege. He is committed to making a meaningful difference in the communities he serves and ensuring his team delivers the highest possible standard of service.

Jamie Ball is the Neighbourhood Policing Sergeant for the town of Chippenham, a position he has held for the past three years. With 22 years of service in Wiltshire Police, Jamie has dedicated the majority of his career to frontline, uniformed roles across the Chippenham, Malmesbury, and Royal Wootton Bassett policing areas. Known for his commitment to community safety and visible policing, Jamie is a familiar and trusted presence in the local area.

In addition to his core duties, Jamie holds an ancillary role as a Counter Terrorism Licensed Search Officer. This specialist role has seen him seconded to major national events, including the G7 Summit in Cornwall and the UEFA Champions League Final in Cardiff, contributing to high-level security operations.

Jamie works in close partnership with Chippenham Town Council, the Local Area Board, and the local authority to tackle issues that matter most to residents. He is passionate about building strong community relationships and ensuring local policing remains responsive, visible, and effective in meeting the needs of the town.

Chris has served with Wiltshire Police for the past three years and joins Chippenham NPT from Trowbridge, where he has spent the majority of his policing career on the response policing team.

Chris is a highly proactive officer, widely recognised for leading a number of successful, high-profile drugs investigations. His work has directly disrupted organised crime groups operating in the Wiltshire area and made a lasting impact on community safety.

Now based in Chippenham, Chris is eager to engage with local residents and tackle the issues that matter most to our community. As a Neighbourhood Police Officer, he will cover the whole of Chippenham, with specific responsibility for the Chippenham Town North East patch.

Chris looks forward to working alongside local partners and members of the public to keep Chippenham a safe and welcoming place for all.

PC Hayley Hardie began her policing career in Chippenham in 2001, where she spent two years before being deployed to Royal Wootton Bassett.

During her 24 years serving the local community, Hayley has become a familiar and respected officer, known for her commitment to neighbourhood policing and her approachable nature.

In addition to her frontline work, Hayley has specialised within the Police Support Unit (PSU) and served as Wiltshire Police’s Search Tactical Lead, demonstrating her depth of operational expertise and leadership. Throughout her career, she has also tutored numerous new officers, sharing her experience and passion for community policing with the next generation.

Hayley now returns to Chippenham, bringing with her a wealth of experience and a deep understanding of neighbourhood policing. She is eager to meet as many members of the community as possible, working closely with local schools and community groups.

She welcomes contact from residents wishing to arrange a visit or discuss local policing matters.

PC Jess Swanborough is a Neighbourhood Officer serving Chippenham and its surrounding rural communities and villages. She has been a Police Officer for 12 years and previously worked as a Detention Officer in the Custody Unit for four years.

In her role, Jess actively engages with local parish councils, schools, housing associations, and licensed premises through initiatives such as Pubwatch. She is dedicated to reducing crime, promoting safety, and providing reassurance to the public.

Police Community Support Officer Laura Maplesden is a member of the Chippenham Neighbourhood Policing Team, where she covers Chippenham Town Centre and Pewsham. She began her career with Wiltshire Police in 2019, initially serving the community in Royal Wootton Bassett until October 2022.

In her current role, Laura works closely with local schools and housing agencies to respond to community concerns and enhance public safety. She is particularly passionate about engaging with young people in the area, regularly visiting primary and secondary schools to build positive relationships and liaise with safeguarding leads and head teachers.

Laura also enjoys gathering and developing intelligence to support her Police Constable colleagues, contributing to the wider efforts of crime prevention and community reassurance.