Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CF44 · Rhondda Cynon Taff
124
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
CF10 · Cardiff
1,167
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Aberdare has less crime — 124 vs 1,167 incidents in April 2026.
Butetown recorded substantially more crime than Aberdare in April 2026 — 1,167 incidents compared to 124, a 9.4x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Aberdare sees higher rates of Public order (16), while Butetown has more Shoplifting (179). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Aberdare recorded fewer crimes than Butetown — 124 vs 1,167 incidents. That is 89% fewer crimes. Butetown is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Aberdare saw higher rates of Public order while Butetown had more Shoplifting. Overall, Aberdare recorded fewer total crimes (124 vs 1,167).