Police are appealing for public assistance to help locate missing teenager Jayden Burton.

The 14-year old was last seen at his home address in Cranbourne on 4 July.

Police and family have concerns for his welfare due to his age and length of time he has been missing.

Jayden is known to frequent the Cranbourne, Narre Warren, Berwick and Hampton Park areas.

Jayden is described as having an olive complexion, 175cm tall, brown eyes with brown hair.

Police have released an image of Jayden in the hope someone recognises him and can provide information regarding his current whereabouts.

Anyone who sights Jayden or has information on his whereabouts is urged to contact Cranbourne Police Station on 5991 0600.