Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CF44 · Rhondda Cynon Taff
115
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
CF10 · Cardiff
1,080
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Aberdare has less crime — 115 vs 1,080 incidents in February 2026.
Butetown recorded substantially more crime than Aberdare in February 2026 — 1,080 incidents compared to 115, a 9.4x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Aberdare sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (20), while Butetown has more Shoplifting (119). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Aberdare recorded fewer crimes than Butetown — 115 vs 1,080 incidents. That is 89% fewer crimes. Butetown is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Aberdare saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour while Butetown had more Shoplifting. Overall, Aberdare recorded fewer total crimes (115 vs 1,080).