Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CF31 · Bridgend
246
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
CF39 · Rhondda Cynon Taff
52
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Cymmer has less crime — 52 vs 246 incidents in February 2026.
Bridgend recorded substantially more crime than Cymmer in February 2026 — 246 incidents compared to 52, a 4.7x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bridgend sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (31) and Shoplifting (30), while Cymmer has more Criminal damage & arson (8) and Other crime (5). Bridgend sits above the national average for recorded crime while Cymmer is below — a significant gap for anyone weighing up the two.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Cymmer recorded fewer crimes than Bridgend — 52 vs 246 incidents. That is 79% fewer crimes. Cymmer is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Bridgend saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Shoplifting while Cymmer had more Criminal damage & arson and Other crime. Overall, Cymmer recorded fewer total crimes (52 vs 246).