Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CF63 · The Vale of Glamorgan
308
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
CF83 · Caerphilly
281
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Caerphilly has less crime — 281 vs 308 incidents in April 2026.
Barry and Caerphilly recorded very similar overall crime levels in April 2026 — 308 and 281 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Barry sees higher rates of Shoplifting (53) and Public order (42), while Caerphilly has more Anti-social behaviour (65) and Criminal damage & arson (38). Both areas are above the national average for recorded crime; the full 24-month reports break down the trends and outcomes in detail.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Caerphilly recorded fewer crimes than Barry — 281 vs 308 incidents. That is 9% 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 Caerphilly had more Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Caerphilly recorded fewer total crimes (281 vs 308).