Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CF62 · The Vale of Glamorgan
19
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
NP18 · Newport
72
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Barry has less crime — 19 vs 72 incidents in April 2026.
Caerleon recorded substantially more crime than Barry in April 2026 — 72 incidents compared to 19, a 3.8x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Barry sees higher rates of Shoplifting (2) and Vehicle crime (2), while Caerleon has more Criminal damage & arson (15) and Public order (12). 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, Barry recorded fewer crimes than Caerleon — 19 vs 72 incidents. That is 74% fewer crimes. Barry is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Barry saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Vehicle crime while Caerleon had more Criminal damage & arson and Public order. Overall, Barry recorded fewer total crimes (19 vs 72).