Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CF31 · Bridgend
246
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
CF10 · Cardiff
1,080
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Bridgend has less crime — 246 vs 1,080 incidents in February 2026.
Butetown recorded substantially more crime than Bridgend in February 2026 — 1,080 incidents compared to 246, a 4.4x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bridgend sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (31), while Butetown has more Public order (128). 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 February 2026 Police data, Bridgend recorded fewer crimes than Butetown — 246 vs 1,080 incidents. That is 77% fewer crimes. Butetown is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Bridgend saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour while Butetown had more Public order. Overall, Bridgend recorded fewer total crimes (246 vs 1,080).