Cardiff has 7 police locations in our directory, policed mainly by South Wales. Each is listed with its postcode and nearest town below.
| # | Station | Postcode | Town | Force | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cardiff Bay Police Station | CF10 5EW | Cardiff | South Wales | Map |
| 2 | Cardiff Central Police Station | CF10 3NN | Cardiff | South Wales | Website Map |
| 3 | Cathays Police Station | CF24 4DE | Cardiff | South Wales | Call Website Map |
| 4 | Ely Police Station | CF5 5BX | Cardiff | South Wales | Map |
| 5 | Fairwater Police Station | CF5 3BG | Cardiff | South Wales | Map |
| 6 | Llanishen Police Station | CF14 5LS | Cardiff | South Wales | Map |
| 7 | Rumney Police Station | CF3 4FD | Cardiff | South Wales | Map |
Locations: OpenStreetMap contributors. Postcode & force attribution: Postcodes UK. Front counters and hours change often, check with South Wales before travelling.
Frequently asked questions
How many police stations are there in Cardiff?
Our directory lists 7 police locations across Cardiff. Almost all are staffed police stations rather than small front counters. The main areas with a station include Cardiff. Many front counters keep limited hours these days, so it is worth checking opening times before travelling to one in person.
Which police force covers Cardiff?
Policing across Cardiff is the responsibility of South Wales. Like every force in England and Wales it deals with 999 emergencies and takes non-emergency reports on 101 for its whole area.
Where are the main police stations in Cardiff?
Well-known stations in Cardiff include Cardiff Bay Police Station, Cardiff Central Police Station and Cathays Police Station. Cardiff has the most locations listed here. In the table above, each station's postcode links through to its surrounding area, and the map link opens its exact spot so you can plan your route.



