Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CF31 · Bridgend
246
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
CF38 · Rhondda Cynon Taff
49
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Llantwit Fardre has less crime — 49 vs 246 incidents in February 2026.
Bridgend recorded substantially more crime than Llantwit Fardre in February 2026 — 246 incidents compared to 49, a 5.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bridgend sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (31), while Llantwit Fardre has more Criminal damage & arson (8). Bridgend sits above the national average for recorded crime while Llantwit Fardre is below — a significant gap for anyone weighing up the two.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Llantwit Fardre recorded fewer crimes than Bridgend — 49 vs 246 incidents. That is 80% fewer crimes. Llantwit Fardre 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 while Llantwit Fardre had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Llantwit Fardre recorded fewer total crimes (49 vs 246).