Hirwaun, Penderyn and Rhigos — Neighbourhood Policing Team
Local policing team in the South Wales Police area: contact routes, current priorities and public events.
Contact the team
In an emergency always call 999. For non-emergencies call 101 or use South Wales Police's online reporting.
Recorded crime — June 2026
34 street-level crimes recorded within this team’s boundary.
Compared with May 2026 (38): ▼ 4 (11%) lower. Recorded-crime counts fluctuate month to month.
- Violence and sexual offences15 · 44%
- Anti-social behaviour5 · 15%
- Public order5 · 15%
- Criminal damage and arson2 · 6%
- Other theft2 · 6%
- Shoplifting2 · 6%
- Burglary1 · 3%
- Drugs1 · 3%
Street-level open data from data.police.uk (Open Government Licence v3.0), counted within this team’s official boundary. Locations on data.police.uk are approximate — snapped to anonymised map points near where each crime occurred — so figures are a guide, not an exact address-level count. Captured 2026-08-08.
What happened to reported crimes — June 2026
21 recorded outcomes logged within this team’s boundary.
- Unable to prosecute suspect12 · 57%
- Investigation complete; no suspect identified6 · 29%
- Local resolution1 · 5%
- Further investigation is not in the public interest1 · 5%
- Awaiting court outcome1 · 5%
Recorded outcomes from data.police.uk (Open Government Licence v3.0). A crime and its outcome can fall in different months, so these do not map one-to-one onto the crime counts above. Captured 2026-08-09.
Current priorities
Neighbourhood Disputes.
Action taken is updated every three months.
Set: 2026-06-08
Parking concerns. Road Safety & Speeding - Brecon Road Hirwaun, Pontpren Penderyn, Rhigos Road, Rhigos
Action taken is updated every three months.
Set: 2026-06-08
ASB. Youth nuisance, rowdy groups, abusive behaviour, noise complaints- Hirwaun Youth Club
Action taken is updated every three months.
Set: 2026-06-08
Drug use & dealing Reports of cannabis, Class A use, dealing in public or homes
We have patrolled hotspots for drug-related activity and gathered intelligence.
Set: 2026-03-11
Parking concerns School parking, obstructive or dangerous parking
We have carried out high-visibility patrols in identified areas. We have patrolled jointly with partner agencies (RCT Council)
Set: 2026-03-11
ASB Youth nuisance, rowdy groups, abusive behaviour, noise complaints
We have carried out high-visibility patrols in identified areas. We have gathered intelligence to address repeat community concerns.
Set: 2026-03-11
Shoplifting & Retail crime Thefts from stores, persistent offenders, retail ASB
We have carried out high-visibility patrols in identified areas. We have patrolled hotspots for drug-related activity and gathered intelligence. We have engaged with residents through surgeries and meetings. We have increased stop searches in hotspot areas.
Set: 2025-12-10
Neighbourhood Disputes Neighbour conflicts, dog issues, complaints near homes
We have gathered intelligence to address repeat community concerns. We have carried out high-visibility patrols in identified areas. We have worked with local councils and housing providers to address ASB.
Set: 2025-12-10
Parking concerns School parking, obstructive or dangerous parking
We have carried out high-visibility patrols in identified areas. We have engaged with residents through surgeries and meetings. We have supported community events to promote safety and reporting. We have delivered awareness campaigns on road safety.
Set: 2025-12-10
Off-road motorbikes & illegal vehicle use. Bikes/scooters being driven dangerously, noise nuisance.
We have conducted foot patrols and leaflet drops in affected communities. We have carried out high-visibility patrols in identified areas.
Set: 2025-09-16
Public events & surgeries
Cuppa with a Copper Penderyn community center
2026-07-17 · The Penderyn Community Centre, Pontpren Aberdare
Cuppa with a Copper - Penderyn
2026-07-17 · The Penderyn Community Centre, Pontpren Aberdare
PACT Meeting - Hirwaun
2026-07-22 · Hirwaun YMCA, Manchester Place Aberdare
Meet your Local PCSO's - Rhigos
2026-08-12 · Rhigos Community Hall, 7 Heol Esgyn Aberdare
Cuppa with a Copper - Penderyn
2026-09-04 · The Penderyn Community Centre, Pontpren Aberdare
Cuppa with a Copper - Hirwaun
2026-09-21 · Hirwaun YMCA, Manchester Place Aberdare
Event listings reflect the last data refresh — check the official team page before attending.
Nearby teams in South Wales Police
All South Wales Police neighbourhood teams →Source: data.police.uk API · Licensed under Open Government Licence v3.0 · Fetched 2026-07-14. BlueLineHub is independent and not affiliated with South Wales Police.