Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SA10 · Neath Port Talbot
12
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
SA8 · Neath Port Talbot
41
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Blaenhonddan has less crime — 12 vs 41 incidents in February 2026.
Pontardawe recorded substantially more crime than Blaenhonddan in February 2026 — 41 incidents compared to 12, a 3.4x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Blaenhonddan sees higher rates of Public order (3) and Drugs (1), while Pontardawe has more Anti-social behaviour (6) and Shoplifting (5). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Blaenhonddan recorded fewer crimes than Pontardawe — 12 vs 41 incidents. That is 71% 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 Pontardawe had more Anti-social behaviour and Shoplifting. Overall, Blaenhonddan recorded fewer total crimes (12 vs 41).