Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CF63 · The Vale of Glamorgan
308
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
NP12 · Caerphilly
178
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
Blackwood has less crime — 178 vs 308 incidents in April 2026.
Barry recorded notably higher crime than Blackwood in April 2026 — 308 vs 178 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Barry sees higher rates of Shoplifting (53) and Public order (42), while Blackwood has more Anti-social behaviour (41) and Criminal damage & arson (27). 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, Blackwood recorded fewer crimes than Barry — 178 vs 308 incidents. That is 42% fewer crimes. Barry is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Barry saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Public order while Blackwood had more Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Blackwood recorded fewer total crimes (178 vs 308).