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Pen-y-waun

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 (South Wales Police, Police Constable, Cynon NPT - Team 2)

Craig Andrews

Police Constable

07970007244

Danielle Goodenough (South Wales Police, PCSO, Cynon NPT - Team 2)

Danielle Goodenough

PCSO

07977698373

David Hollett (South Wales Police, PCSO, CYNNON TAF TEAM 2)

David Hollett

PCSO

07493326897

Geraint Jones (South Wales Police, Sergeant, Cynon NPT - Team 2)

Geraint Jones

Sergeant

07970165700

Beth Richards (South Wales Police, PCSO, Aberdare)

Beth Richards

PCSO

07970164071

Local Priority Issues

Priority Action Taken

Fly-tipping, littering, graffiti, wildfires

Issued 16 September 2025

Action taken is updated every three months

Actioned 16 September 2025

Antisocial behaviour

Issued 16 September 2025

Action taken is updated every three months

Actioned 16 September 2025

Off-road motorbikes & illegal vehicle use. Bikes/scooters being driven dangerously, noise nuisance.

Issued 15 September 2025

Action taken is updated every three months.

Actioned 15 September 2025

Drugs use and anti-social behaviour

Issued 24 June 2025

We have patrolled hotspots for drug-related activity and gathered intelligence. We have carried out high-visibility patrols in identified areas. We have executed warrants targeting cannabis grows. We have increased stop searches in hotspot areas.

Actioned 16 September 2025

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

Antisocial 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

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Special Constable (Volunteer Police Officer) Recruitment / Recriwtio Cwnstabliaid Gwirfoddol (Swyddogion Heddlu Gwirfoddol)

Hello Resident Special Constable (Volunteer Police Officer) Recruitment As a Special Constable, you can play a crucial role in helping us to deliver the policing priorities for South Wales. Becoming a Special Constable is a rewarding and enjoyabl...

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15/10/2025 09:46

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Cupper with a Copper & Councillor : Tue 21 Oct 10:00

Dear Residents of Penywaun, Your local Neighbourhood Policing Team will be at HWB CANA PENYWAUN on 21/10/25 between 10am-12pm. Come along and meet us. We can discuss any local issues, provide information on crime prevention, tell you about some o...

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15/10/2025 08:22

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PACT meeting at Hirwaun YMCA : Thu 16 Oct 18:00

Dear Residents, We are encouraging the public to have their say, along with local councillors & members of the community, at an event at YMCA Hirwaun, on 16/10/25 at 18:00. This meeting gives you the opportunity to raise any concerns and to fi...

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09/10/2025 16:05

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Local Priorities Drug dealing 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 Drug dealing as a concern in yo...

South Wales Police
08/09/2025 14:39

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Local Priorities Drug dealing 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 Drug dealing as a concern in yo...

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08/09/2025 14:39

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Cupper with a Copper at Cana, Penywaun : Wed 03 Dec 10:30

Dear Residents, Your local Neighbourhood Policing Team will be at Hwb Cana, Penywaun on 03/12/2025 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 initia...

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31/08/2025 11:30

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Aberdare Food Festival : Sat 06 Sep 10:00

Residents, Your local Neighbourhood Policing Team will be supporting our town for the ABERDARE FOOD FESTIVAL on Saturday 6th September, for an all day event in Aberdare town. Come along and see what stalls are available, chat with your local neig...

South Wales Police
30/08/2025 13:01

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Cupper with a Copper at Cana : Wed 15 Oct 10:00

Good Afternoon, Your local Neighbourhood Policing Team will be back at HWB CANA, PENYWAUN on 15/10/25 at 10:00. Come along and meet us. We can discuss any local issues, provide information on crime prevention, tell you about some of our local ini...

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13/08/2025 14:18

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