South Wales Police

South Wales Police is the largest force in Wales, serving approximately 1.3 million people. The force covers Cardiff, the Welsh capital, with all its associated demands as a major European capital city, including international events, government buildings, and a busy city centre. South Wales also covers the former coalfield communities of the Valleys, where historical economic deprivation continues to present policing challenges. The force operates bilingually and polices major events at the Principality Stadium in Cardiff.

Area Covered

South Wales Police covers the city of Cardiff and surrounding areas including the Vale of Glamorgan, Bridgend, Merthyr Tydfil, Rhondda Cynon Taf, Swansea, Neath Port Talbot, and the Valleys. This is the largest force in Wales.