Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CF44 · Rhondda Cynon Taff
115
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
CF32 · Bridgend
38
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Garw Valley has less crime — 38 vs 115 incidents in February 2026.
Aberdare recorded substantially more crime than Garw Valley in February 2026 — 115 incidents compared to 38, a 3.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Aberdare sees higher rates of Public order (14), while Garw Valley has more Other theft (5). 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, Garw Valley recorded fewer crimes than Aberdare — 38 vs 115 incidents. That is 67% fewer crimes. Garw Valley is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Aberdare saw higher rates of Public order while Garw Valley had more Other theft. Overall, Garw Valley recorded fewer total crimes (38 vs 115).