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Hirwaun, Penderyn and Rhigos
Neighbourhood policing is at the heart of our approach to keeping South Wales safe. Our PCSOs and officers are proud to be integral parts of the communities they serve.
We want to ensure our neighbourhood policing is as efficient and effective as it can be, and our aim is to be the best in the country at understanding and responding to the needs and priorities of each individual community. Your local neighbourhood policing team is made up of officers and PCSOs based in your area who are both visible and accessible.
Fundamental to our model of neighbourhood policing is engaging with our communities: connecting with individuals, organisations, businesses, schools, workplaces and others; working to understand, respond to, and tackle your concerns and priorities; and putting measures in place to prevent issues from escalating – or from occurring in the first place.
By working together and focusing on early intervention, prevention and problem solving, we can find long-term solutions to local problems.
Please note that to report a crime or incident to South Wales Police, you can visit Home | South Wales Police or in an emergency, please dial 999.
Tîm plismona cymdogaeth Cwm Cynon / Cynon Neighbourhood Policing Team
Craig Andrews
Police Constable
07970007244
Gary Cornish
PCSO
07773622183
Danielle Goodenough
PCSO
07977698373
Geraint Jones
Sergeant
07970165700
Aaron Nicholas
PCSO
Beth Richards
PCSO
07970164071
Local Priority Issues
| Priority | Action Taken |
|---|---|
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Shoplifting & Retail crime Issued 10 December 2025 |
Action taken is updated every three months. Actioned 10 March 2026 |
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Neighbourhood Disputes Issued 10 December 2025 |
Action taken is updated every three months. Actioned 10 March 2026 |
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Parking concerns Issued 10 December 2025 |
Action taken is updated every three months. Actioned 10 March 2026 |
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Off-road motorbikes & illegal vehicle use. Bikes/scooters being driven dangerously, noise nuisance. Issued 16 September 2025 |
We have conducted foot patrols and leaflet drops Actioned 16 December 2025 |
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Antisocial behaviour Issued 16 September 2025 |
We have carried out high-visibility patrols in Actioned 16 December 2025 |
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Fly-tipping, littering, graffiti, wildfires Issued 16 September 2025 |
We have carried out high-visibility patrols in Actioned 16 December 2025 |
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Drug use and anti-social behaviour Issued 24 June 2025 |
We have carried out high-visibility patrols in identified areas. We have patrolled hotspots for drug-related activity and gathered intelligence. We have executed warrants targeting cannabis grows. We have increased stop searches in hotspot areas. Actioned 16 September 2025 |
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Public Spaces / Licensed premises - feelings of safety Issued 24 June 2025 |
We have carried out high-visibility patrols in identified areas. We have supported community events to promote safety and reporting. Actioned 16 September 2025 |
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Anti-social behaviour - off-road bikes and noise disturbances Issued 24 June 2025 |
We have patrolled jointly with partner agencies (e.g. Natural Resources Wales). We have gathered intelligence to address repeat community concerns. Actioned 15 September 2025 |
Latest South Wales Updates
Anti-social behaviour Issues - Thank you for your support
Dear Resident, I wanted to provide you with an update regarding Anti-social behaviour – general, which people around your area have highlighted as an issue of concern on the priority survey. Good afternoon, Thank you to those who have supported S...
Cupper with a Copper at Hirwaun YMCA : Mon 09 Feb 10:30
Dear Residents, Your local Neighbourhood Policing Team will be at YMCA, HIRWAUN on 09/02/2026 at 10:30am. Come along and meet us. We can discuss any local issues, provide information on crime prevention, tell you about some of our local initiativ...
Cupper with a Copper at Penderyn Community Centre : Thu 19 Feb 11:30
Dear Residents, Your local Neighbourhood Policing Team will be at Penderyn Community Centre on 19/02/2026 at 11:30am. Come along and meet us. We can discuss any local issues, provide information on crime prevention, tell you about some of our loca...
Drug dealing Issues - Update
Dear Resident, I wanted to provide you with an update regarding Drug dealing, which people around your area have highlighted as an issue of concern on the priority survey. Residents.We have had reports in for drug dealing in the local area of Hir...
Local Priorities Anti-social behaviour – Update for Hirwaun
Dear Resident, I wanted to provide you with an update regarding Anti-social behaviour – general, which people around your area have highlighted as an issue of concern on the priority survey. There have been some issues/concerns in the area of peo...
Local Priorities Anti-social behaviour – general Update
Dear Resident, Thank you for taking the local priority survey recently, your ongoing feedback about local issues of concern is vital in order to enable us to target resources effectively. Although you did not raise Anti-social behaviour – general...
Officer Drop In Session / Sesiwn Galw Heibio Gyda Swyddogion
Officer Drop In SessionBILINGUAL MESSAGE / NEGES DWYIEITHOG Hello, We will be holding public drop-in sessions at Penywaun Community Centre. These will be commencing very soon, once dates are confirmed with Officers & the centre. Officers from S...
Aberdare Christmas Parade : Sun 30 Nov 15:00
Dear Resident, Your local Neighbourhood Policing Team will be supporting the Christmas Parade in Aberdare town today. We hope to see you there!
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