Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CF81 · Caerphilly
31
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
CF71 · The Vale of Glamorgan
15
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Cowbridge has less crime — 15 vs 31 incidents in April 2026.
Bargoed recorded notably higher crime than Cowbridge in April 2026 — 31 vs 15 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bargoed sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (6) and Criminal damage & arson (5), while Cowbridge has more Shoplifting (3) and Public order (2). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Cowbridge recorded fewer crimes than Bargoed — 15 vs 31 incidents. That is 52% fewer crimes. Cowbridge is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Bargoed saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson while Cowbridge had more Shoplifting and Public order. Overall, Cowbridge recorded fewer total crimes (15 vs 31).