Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CF31 · Bridgend
308
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
CF10 · Cardiff
1,167
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Bridgend has less crime — 308 vs 1,167 incidents in April 2026.
Butetown recorded substantially more crime than Bridgend in April 2026 — 1,167 incidents compared to 308, a 3.8x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bridgend sees higher rates of Public order (45), while Butetown has more Shoplifting (179). 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, Bridgend recorded fewer crimes than Butetown — 308 vs 1,167 incidents. That is 74% fewer crimes. Butetown is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Bridgend saw higher rates of Public order while Butetown had more Shoplifting. Overall, Bridgend recorded fewer total crimes (308 vs 1,167).