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Penydarren
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 Merthyr Tudful / Merthyr Neighbourhood Policing Team
Ross Hadley
PCSO
07971123595
Chris Williams
PCSO
07805 301327
Local Priority Issues
| Priority | Action Taken |
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Speeding - Church Street, Penydarren Issued 07 September 2026 |
Action taken is updated every three months. Actioned 07 September 2026 |
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Parking Issues - District St and Surrounding Junctions Issued 07 September 2026 |
Action taken is updated every three months. Actioned 07 September 2026 |
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Littering and Dog Mess at "The Half" (Merthyr Road) Issued 08 June 2026 |
Reports of littering and dog fouling at The Half, Merthyr Road, have been referred to the appropriate partner agencies. Local Authority Enforcement Officers are aware of the concerns and additional dog waste bins are being considered for the area. Partnership work continues to address the issue and improve the local environment. Priority finalised. Actioned 07 September 2026 |
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Parking Issues - Church Street, Penydarren Issued 08 June 2026 |
Regular patrols have been carried out in Church Street in response to concerns regarding vehicles parking too close to junctions and causing obstructions. Officers have worked alongside Local Authority Enforcement Officers, issued warning notices where appropriate, and engaged with local businesses regarding delivery-related issues. Parking compliance has improved significantly, and reports of problematic parking have reduced. Priority finalised. Actioned 07 September 2026 |
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Parking Issues - Bishop Hedley / Blessed Carlo Acutis Issued 08 June 2026 |
Patrols and engagement activity were undertaken in response to concerns regarding illegal and obstructive parking linked to Bishop Hedley School. Designated bus parking arrangements were established, an Environmental Visual Audit was completed, and findings were shared with Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council. With the school now closed and no ongoing concerns identified, this priority will be finalised. Actioned 07 September 2026 |
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Parking Issues - Awelfryn Terrace Issued 08 March 2026 |
MTCBC are currently in consultation with local residents regards the viability of a Permit Only scheme at the location and will progress the matter when the current budgeting restrictions have been relaxed. Actioned 08 June 2026 |
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Antisocial Behaviour Horeb Close / Shops on Talbot Square Issued 08 December 2025 |
We have carried out high-visibility patrols in identified areas and a Crime Reduction visit and subsequent report has been prepared and submitted to Local Councillors and businesses for their information and further action. Actioned 08 March 2026 |
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Off-Road Bikes - Galon Uchaf Issued 10 September 2025 |
Operation Clutch led to several bikes being seized resulting a decrease in calls received around off-road bikes. Actioned 08 December 2025 |
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Drug Dealing - Galon Uchaf Issued 10 September 2025 |
Two drugs warrants were conducted at Second Avenue leading to 4 arrests with 1 male being charged for supply of Class A Drugs and subsequently sent to prison. Actioned 08 December 2025 |
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Parking concerns - Penydarren Issued 10 September 2025 |
We have carried out High Visibility patrols in the areas of concern. We have also liased with the local councillors to request that their wardens attend the affected area. Actioned 08 December 2025 |
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Off-Road Bikes - Galon Uchaf Issued 17 June 2025 |
We’ve worked with Merthyr Council, local CCTV and several housing providers to tackle antisocial behaviour, carrying out patrols to identify those involved. Actioned 10 September 2025 |
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Drug Dealing - Galon Uchaf Issued 17 June 2025 |
We’ve increased the use of stop searches in hotspot areas and have been executing targeted warrants. Actioned 10 September 2025 |
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Parking concerns - Penydarren Issued 17 June 2025 |
We’ve carried out high-visibility patrols in identified areas and encouraged local residents to report such incidents to the council. Actioned 10 September 2025 |
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