Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SA10 · Neath Port Talbot
12
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
SA31 · Carmarthenshire
196
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Blaenhonddan has less crime — 12 vs 196 incidents in February 2026.
Carmarthen recorded substantially more crime than Blaenhonddan in February 2026 — 196 incidents compared to 12, a 16.3x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Blaenhonddan sees higher rates of Public order (3) and Drugs (1), while Carmarthen has more Shoplifting (41) and Anti-social behaviour (16). Blaenhonddan is below the national average while Carmarthen is above, making Blaenhonddan the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Blaenhonddan recorded fewer crimes than Carmarthen — 12 vs 196 incidents. That is 94% fewer crimes. Blaenhonddan is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Blaenhonddan saw higher rates of Public order and Drugs while Carmarthen had more Shoplifting and Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Blaenhonddan recorded fewer total crimes (12 vs 196).