Dyfed-Powys Police have confirmed that they are to sell Narberth Police Station and relocate to a new base with Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service.
Narberth Station located along Jesse Road has been identified as not meeting modern day policing requirements by Dyfed-Powys Police. As a result, and as part of a £10m savings plan spanning three years, a decision has been made to formally close the station and sell the property.
Dyfed-Powys Police has stated that this decision is part of a bigger change programme across the force area, where estates and technology and the kit available to officers and staff are coming together to improve policing and the service to our communities.
Police state that collaborating with the Fire Service will mean that officers can continue to ensure a ‘visible presence and effective engagement’ with local-residents and businesses in the town.
Chief Constable Dr Richard Lewis said: “This decision has come after careful evaluation to make best use of resources and deliver an effective police service that meets the needs and expectations of our communities.
“The closure and sale of this police station is a step forward in modernising and improving our services, enabling officers to continue their work with greater efficiency and effectiveness.
“The decision has been made with the best interests of taxpayers and the community in mind, as the current station does not meet modern day policing requirements and is expensive to run.
“I want to reassure our local communities that Heddlu Dyfed-Powys Police is committed to maintaining the same level of service and support for our local communities, and residents and business in Narberth will see no difference.
“Your local neighbourhood policing and prevention teams will continue to provide a visible presence and effective engagement with residents and businesses.”
Police and Crime Commissioner Dafydd Llywelyn said: “Discussions around police stations closing or being sold have, in the past, sparked concerns about police visibility, response times, and community safety. I completely understand those worries.
“However, Chief Constable Dr Richard Lewis has assured me that this estates decision will not affect the level of service provided to the public.
“While these changes are not easy, I want to be clear—our commitment to public safety remains unchanged. This decision is about making sure Dyfed-Powys Police can operate as efficiently as possible, ensuring officers and resources are in the right places to serve our communities effectively.
“If you have any concerns or questions, please get in touch with my office. Your feedback is important, and we value your support in keeping our communities safe,” he added
Chief Fire Officer, Roger Thomas KFSM, said: “Our Service is committed to keeping the communities of Mid and West Wales safe and by increasing the number of community Fire Stations available to Dyfed-Powys Police’s Officers further enhances our ability to work closer together.”