Barry vs Cowbridge — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Barry

CF62 · The Vale of Glamorgan

19

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences12
  • Shoplifting2
  • Vehicle crime2

Cowbridge

CF71 · The Vale of Glamorgan

15

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences4
  • Shoplifting3
  • Public order2

Cowbridge has less crime — 15 vs 19 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Barry saw somewhat more crime than Cowbridge in April 2026 (19 vs 15 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Barry sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (2), while Cowbridge has more Public order (2). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Barry or Cowbridge safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Cowbridge recorded fewer crimes than Barry — 15 vs 19 incidents. That is 21% fewer crimes. Cowbridge is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Barry and Cowbridge?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Barry saw higher rates of Vehicle crime while Cowbridge had more Public order. Overall, Cowbridge recorded fewer total crimes (15 vs 19).

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