Adamsdown vs Butetown — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Adamsdown

CF24 · Cardiff

1,191

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences338
  • Shoplifting235
  • Anti-social behaviour140

Butetown

CF10 · Cardiff

1,167

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences345
  • Shoplifting179
  • Anti-social behaviour143

Butetown has less crime — 1,167 vs 1,191 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Adamsdown and Butetown recorded very similar overall crime levels in April 2026 — 1,191 and 1,167 incidents respectively. Both areas share a near-identical crime profile, with Violence & sexual offences dominating in each. 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 April 2026 Police data, Butetown recorded fewer crimes than Adamsdown — 1,167 vs 1,191 incidents. That is 2% fewer crimes. Adamsdown 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 April 2026, Adamsdown recorded 338 incidents of this type vs 345 in Butetown. Total crime levels were broadly similar.

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