Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SA12 · Neath Port Talbot
109
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
SA5 · Swansea
198
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Baglan has less crime — 109 vs 198 incidents in February 2026.
Penderry recorded notably higher crime than Baglan in February 2026 — 198 vs 109 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Baglan sees higher rates of Other theft (12), while Penderry has more Public order (20). 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, Baglan recorded fewer crimes than Penderry — 109 vs 198 incidents. That is 45% fewer crimes. Penderry is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Baglan saw higher rates of Other theft while Penderry had more Public order. Overall, Baglan recorded fewer total crimes (109 vs 198).