Crime in Porthcawl East Central, Bridgend
Comprehensive safety analysis for Porthcawl East Central, localized within Bridgend.
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Incident Distribution
| Location Reference | Primary Incidents | Total |
|---|---|---|
| On or near Supermarket Map | Shoplifting: 6 | 6 |
| On or near Parking Area Map | Anti-social behaviour: 3 | 3 |
| On or near Well Street Map | Public order: 2Anti-social behaviour: 1 | 3 |
| On or near Parking Area Map | Violence and sexual offences: 3 | 3 |
| On or near Poplar Crescent Map | Anti-social behaviour: 2 | 2 |
| On or near The Square Map | Drugs: 2 | 2 |
| On or near Maesteg Terrace Map | Public order: 1Violence and sexual offences: 1 | 2 |
| On or near Glan Road Map | Violence and sexual offences: 2 | 2 |
| On or near Hutchwns Terrace Map | Violence and sexual offences: 2 | 2 |
| On or near Nightclub Map | Shoplifting: 2 | 2 |
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Road Safety & Speeding - A4106
Issued: 26 May 2026
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Actioned: 7 Sep 2026
ASB – Youths accessing derelict buildings
Issued: 26 May 2026
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Action taken is updated every three months.
Actioned: 7 Sep 2026
Drug use & dealing – (Throughout ward)
Issued: 26 May 2026
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Action taken is updated every three months.
Actioned: 7 Sep 2026
Parking concerns –John Street
Issued: 12 Mar 2026
Status Update
We have carried out high-visibility patrols in identified areas.
We have engaged with owners and issued Fixed Penalty Notices and Traffic Offence Reports for offending vehicles when required.
We have educated local businesses and residents about safe and legal parking
Actioned: 26 May 2026
Parking concerns – concerns from residents who live near Porthcawl Comprehensive School
Issued: 12 Mar 2026
Status Update
We have carried out high-visibility patrols in identified areas.
We have conducted joint partnership patrols with civil enforcement officers and continue to share intel with each other
We are also in regular contact with the school regarding our concerns and have requested the school send correspondence to parents via newsletters
We have issued Section 59 notices and seizure warnings for vehicles.
We have educated parents and young people about safe vehicle use.
Actioned: 26 May 2026
Engagement Events
Cadwaladers - Cuppa with a Coppa
other10:30 AM — 11:30 AM
Cadwaladers, 32 Esplanade Porthcawl
Costa - Cuppa with a Coppa
other10:30 AM — 11:30 AM
Costa Coffee, 67 John Street Porthcawl
Cadwaladers - Cuppa with a Coppa
other10:30 AM — 11:30 AM
Cadwaladers, 32 Esplanade Porthcawl
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