Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SA10 · Neath Port Talbot
8
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
SA9 · Powys
64
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Blaenhonddan has less crime — 8 vs 64 incidents in April 2026.
Ystradgynlais recorded substantially more crime than Blaenhonddan in April 2026 — 64 incidents compared to 8, a 8.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Blaenhonddan sees higher rates of Drugs (1) and Shoplifting (1), while Ystradgynlais has more Anti-social behaviour (10) and Criminal damage & arson (8). 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, Blaenhonddan recorded fewer crimes than Ystradgynlais — 8 vs 64 incidents. That is 88% fewer crimes. Blaenhonddan is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Blaenhonddan saw higher rates of Drugs and Shoplifting while Ystradgynlais had more Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Blaenhonddan recorded fewer total crimes (8 vs 64).