Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SA3 · Swansea
13
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
SA8 · Neath Port Talbot
47
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Bishopston has less crime — 13 vs 47 incidents in April 2026.
Pontardawe recorded substantially more crime than Bishopston in April 2026 — 47 incidents compared to 13, a 3.6x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bishopston sees higher rates of Public order (3), while Pontardawe has more Anti-social behaviour (6). 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, Bishopston recorded fewer crimes than Pontardawe — 13 vs 47 incidents. That is 72% fewer crimes. Bishopston is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Bishopston saw higher rates of Public order while Pontardawe had more Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Bishopston recorded fewer total crimes (13 vs 47).