Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SA12 · Neath Port Talbot
112
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
SA5 · Swansea
201
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Baglan has less crime — 112 vs 201 incidents in April 2026.
Penderry recorded notably higher crime than Baglan in April 2026 — 201 vs 112 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Baglan sees higher rates of Public order (11), while Penderry has more Shoplifting (44). 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, Baglan recorded fewer crimes than Penderry — 112 vs 201 incidents. That is 44% fewer crimes. Penderry is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Baglan saw higher rates of Public order while Penderry had more Shoplifting. Overall, Baglan recorded fewer total crimes (112 vs 201).