Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CF44 · Rhondda Cynon Taff
124
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
CF35 · Bridgend
11
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Pencoed has less crime — 11 vs 124 incidents in April 2026.
Aberdare recorded substantially more crime than Pencoed in April 2026 — 124 incidents compared to 11, a 11.3x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Aberdare sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (19) and Public order (16), while Pencoed has more Vehicle crime (4) and Criminal damage & arson (2). 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, Pencoed recorded fewer crimes than Aberdare — 11 vs 124 incidents. That is 91% fewer crimes. Pencoed is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Aberdare saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Public order while Pencoed had more Vehicle crime and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Pencoed recorded fewer total crimes (11 vs 124).