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Y Ddraenen Wen a Rhydfelen Isaf - Hawthorn and Lower Rhydfelen
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 Dyffryn Taf / Taff Neighbourhood Policing Team
James Arthur
PCSO
07816187900
Samantha Evans
PCSO
07970444697
Morgan Noble
Police Constable
07970164675
Chris Payne
Sergeant
07870910382
Local Priority Issues
| Priority | Action Taken |
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Youth ASB lighting fires - Hawthorn playing fields Issued 08 June 2026 |
Action taken is updated every three months. Actioned 08 June 2026 |
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ASB. Off-road motorbikes & illegal vehicle use. Underpass between Hawthorn Crescent and Poplar/Dynea Road. Issued 02 June 2026 |
Action taken is updated every three months. Actioned 02 June 2026 |
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Parking concerns. School parking, obstructive or dangerous parking - Cardiff Road/Ynyslyn Road/Ynyscorrwg Road, Hawthorn Issued 02 June 2026 |
Action taken is updated every three months. Actioned 02 June 2026 |
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ASB. Off-road motorbikes & illegal vehicle use. Underpass between Hawthorn Crescent and Poplar/Dynea Road. Issued 02 March 2026 |
We have carried out high-visibility patrols in identified areas. Actioned 01 June 2026 |
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Parking concerns - Cardiff Road/Ynyslyn Road/Ynyscorrwg Road, Hawthorn Issued 02 March 2026 |
We have engaged with residents through surgeries/meetings and South Wales listens surveys. Actioned 01 June 2026 |
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Shoplifting & Retail crime. Thefts from stores, persistent offenders, retail ASB - Midway Retail Park and Dunelm Issued 02 March 2026 |
We have gathered intelligence to address repeat community concerns. Actioned 01 June 2026 |
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Off-road motorbikes & illegal vehicle use. Bikes/scooters being driven dangerously, noise nuisance. Issued 12 December 2025 |
We have carried out high-visibility patrols in identified areas. Actioned 02 March 2026 |
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Parking concerns - Ynyscorrwg Road, Hawthorn Crescent and Ynyslyn Road Issued 12 December 2025 |
We have conducted foot patrols and leaflet drops in affected communities. Actioned 27 February 2026 |
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Retail crime & shoplifting - Midway Retail Park, Dunelm, Tesco Extra. Issued 12 December 2025 |
We have gathered intelligence to address repeat community concerns. Actioned 02 March 2026 |
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Retail crime & shoplifting - Midway Retail Park, Dunelm, Tesco Extra. Issued 12 September 2025 |
We have gathered intelligence to address repeat community concerns. We have taken positive action against repeat shoplifters. We have engaged with businesses and provided crime prevention advice. We have carried out high visibility patrols and held crime prevention stalls and Cupper with a Copper events to help deter shoplifting in the area. Actioned 26 November 2025 |
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Parking concerns - Ynyscorrwg Road, Hawthorn Crescent and Ynyslyn Road Issued 03 September 2025 |
We have engaged with residents through surgeries and meetings. We have delivered awareness campaigns on road safety at Ysgol Afon Wen. We have worked with councils on road safety improvements. We have conducted foot patrols and leaflet drops in affected communities. PCSO Evans, with the support of RCT Leisure Services, has secured an extra car park to be utilised by parents/guardians. The service is being promoted internally at Ysgol Afon Wen, with a park and ride decal initiative to display in their Vehicles. Actioned 27 November 2025 |
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Off-road motorbikes & illegal vehicle use. Bikes/scooters being driven dangerously, noise nuisance. - Underpass between Hawthorn Crescent and Poplar/Dynea Road. Issued 03 September 2025 |
We have carried out high-visibility patrols in identified areas. We have issued Section 59 notices and seizure warnings for vehicles. We have seized illegal vehicles and taken enforcement action. We have engaged with residents through surgeries and meetings. Actioned 20 November 2025 |
Latest South Wales Updates
Cuppa with a coppa Dunelm, Upper Boat, Pontypridd : Mon 08 Jun 14:00
Dear, Your local Neighbourhood Policing Team will be at Dunelm Cafe, Cardiff Road, Pontypridd, CF37 5BP on Monday 08/06/2026 between 2pm-3pm. Come along and meet us. We can discuss any local issues, provide information on crime prevention, tell yo...
Community Scrutiny Panel : Tue 16 Jun 18:00
Dear Resident, Scrutiny Panel members needed Date: Address: Time: What is a Scrutiny Panel? Scrutiny Panels provide an opportunity for members of the public to observe, review and challenge real policing activity in a safe and structured...
Tell us what you think
Hi Resident We’d like to hear your thoughts about local policing to help shape and improve the service we provide to our communities. What do we get right? What do we need to change? We are committed to serving the public; however, the forc...
Knife crime awareness educational information
Good Morning residents, This week is knife crime awareness week. Please see below a useful link with educational and awareness information - #NotTheOne | South Wales Police Many thanks Kind Rgards PCSO Sam
Hawthorn and Lower Rhydyfelin PACT/NHW meeting : Wed 20 May 18:00
Dear, We are encouraging the public to have their say, at an event at Bethel Baptist Church, Cardiff Road, Hawthorn, Pontypridd, CF37 5AN on 20/05/2026 at 6pm-7pm. This meeting gives you the opportunity to raise any concerns and to find out what we...
Cuppa with a coppa and crime prevention advice Saint Lukes Church, Hawthorn : Tue 28 Apr 11:30
Dear, Reminder message that your local Neighbourhood Policing Team will be at Saint Lukes Church, Hawthorn, Pontypridd on 28/04/2026 (today) between 11:30HRS -12:30HRS. Come along and meet us. We can discuss any local issues, provide information o...
Local Priorities Nuisance motorbikes / Scooters Message
Dear Resident, I wanted to provide you with an update regarding Nuisance motorbikes / Scooters, which people around your area have highlighted as an issue of concern on the priority survey. Over the weekend an off road bike operation was carried ...
Cuppa with a coppa and crime prevention advice Saint Lukes Church, Hawthorn : Tue 28 Apr 11:30
Dear residents, Your local Neighbourhood Policing Team will be at Saint Lukes Church, Cardiff Road, Hawthorn, Rhydyfelin, Pontypridd, CF37 5LN on Tuesday the 28/04/2026 between 11:30hrs - 12:30hrs. Come along and meet us. We can discuss any local ...
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