Adamsdown vs Butetown — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Adamsdown

CF24 · Cardiff

990

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences312
  • Shoplifting147
  • Public order107

Butetown

CF10 · Cardiff

1,080

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences356
  • Public order128
  • Shoplifting119

Adamsdown has less crime — 990 vs 1,080 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Adamsdown and Butetown recorded very similar overall crime levels in February 2026 — 990 and 1,080 incidents respectively. Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their most common crime type, though Butetown records significantly more (356 vs 312 incidents). Both areas are above the national average for recorded crime; the full 24-month reports break down the trends and outcomes in detail.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Adamsdown or Butetown safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Adamsdown recorded fewer crimes than Butetown — 990 vs 1,080 incidents. That is 8% fewer crimes. Butetown is above the national average.

What are the main differences in crime between Adamsdown and Butetown?

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In February 2026, Adamsdown recorded 312 incidents of this type vs 356 in Butetown. Overall, Adamsdown had fewer total crimes (990 vs 1,080).

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