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I wanted to provide you with an update regarding Vehicle crime (theft from or theft of), which people around your area have highlighted as an issue of concern on the priority survey. Number Plate Theft – Please Be Vigilant
We are aware of a number of vehicle registration plates being stolen overnight in the local area.
Residents are asked to remain vigilant and, where possible, park vehicles in a secure or well-lit location. Consider using security screws to make number plates more difficult to remove.
Please check your vehicle before setting off and report any suspicious activity or individuals seen around vehicles to police.
If your number plates have been stolen, please report this to the police and arrange replacement plates as soon as possible.
Thank you for helping us keep the local community safe.
🚗🔒 How to Protect Your Number Plates -
With a number of registration plates being stolen locally, here are some simple steps you can take to make your plates harder to steal:
🔩 Fit anti-theft number plate screws – These are designed to make plates much more difficult to remove with standard tools.
🛠️ Use security fixings – Consider tamper-resistant screws or specialist number plate security kits.
💡 Park somewhere well-lit – If possible, park on a driveway, in a garage or in a well-lit area covered by CCTV.
📹 Check your CCTV – Make sure cameras are working and covering your vehicle and driveway.
🚗 Check your plates regularly – If you notice anything unusual, such as loose fixings or attempted removal, report it.
👀 Stay vigilant – Keep an eye out for suspicious people or vehicles around parked cars and report anything concerning to police.
📱 If your plates are stolen, report it to police and arrange replacement plates as soon as possible.
A few simple precautions can make your vehicle a much less attractive target. Stay safe and look out for your neighbours! 🤝🚔
📞 In case of an emergency contact 999 or 101 for non-emergency
 If you ever experience this issue or have information regarding an incident, please report it using our online reporting tools at https://www.south-wales.police.uk, speak to an operator in our Force Communications Room via our online web chat or call the non-emergency number 101. Alternatively, you can stay 100 per cent anonymous by contacting the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or via their untraceable online form at crimestoppers-uk.org. Get Involved Please consider getting involved by registering for these messages, this will enable you to contribute to the local priority survey. We may be unaware of issues that you would like us to focus on. Take a few minutes to securely and privately register and have your say using the button below, this will mean we can focus on things that matter to you. 
Please click here to complete the survey
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