South Hadley Police Department

The South Hadley Police Department is budgeted for 27 sworn officers (1 Chief, 2 Lieutenants, 6 Sergeants, 3 Detectives, and 15 Patrol Officers) and 1 administrative assistant. Some of our specialty assignments include: detective, CIT, DART, TRIAD, FTO, Drone Unit, CT River Task Force, bicycle patrol, and many others. Officers work 8 hour shifts on a rotating 4x2 schedule.

Mission Statement:

Our Mission: To work with the community to strengthen the safety, security, and well-being of the South Hadley community.

Our Vision: To foster a culture of pride, professionalism, and strong work ethic within our ranks. We strive to be a model law enforcement agency that adapts to a changing world, embraces continuous improvement, and consistently delivers exceptional service and protection to all members of our community.

About Us

The Town of South Hadley is centrally located in the scenic Pioneer Valley along the eastern bank of the CT River. We are 14 miles north of Springfield and 90 miles west of Boston. South Hadley covers 18.3 square miles and has a population of just over 18,000 residents. It is also the home of Mt. Holyoke College.