FOI 1203/26
REQUEST
Please detail the number of digital devices (e.g. mobile phones, computers, storage devices) awaiting forensic examination by your force as of 30th September 2026, including how many of these devices have been waiting more than 6 months and more than 12 months.
Please also provide data from the previous year as of 30th September 2025, if held.
E.g.
30th September 2026
* 1,350 devices awaiting examination
* 420 devices waiting over 6 months
* 160 devices waiting over 12 months
30th September 2025
* 1,120 devices waiting examination
* 310 devices waiting over 6 months
* 95 devices waiting over 12 months
RESPONSE
We have consulted with our Tri-Force Forensic Alliance who have provided the below South Wales Police figures.
As at 30th September 2026, there were:
- 323 devices awaiting examination
- 0 over 6 Months
- 0 over 12 months
As at 30th September 2025, there were:
- 571 devices awaiting examination
- 180 over 6 Months
- 0 over 12 Months