Adamsdown vs Rhiwbina — 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

Rhiwbina

CF14 · Cardiff

141

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences42
  • Shoplifting25
  • Vehicle crime16

Rhiwbina has less crime — 141 vs 990 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Adamsdown recorded substantially more crime than Rhiwbina in February 2026 — 990 incidents compared to 141, a 7.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Adamsdown sees higher rates of Public order (107), while Rhiwbina has more Vehicle crime (16). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Adamsdown or Rhiwbina safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Rhiwbina recorded fewer crimes than Adamsdown — 141 vs 990 incidents. That is 86% fewer crimes. Adamsdown is above the national average.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Adamsdown saw higher rates of Public order while Rhiwbina had more Vehicle crime. Overall, Rhiwbina recorded fewer total crimes (141 vs 990).

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