Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CF31 · Bridgend
246
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
CF3 · Cardiff
224
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Trowbridge has less crime — 224 vs 246 incidents in February 2026.
Bridgend and Trowbridge recorded very similar overall crime levels in February 2026 — 246 and 224 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bridgend sees higher rates of Shoplifting (30), while Trowbridge has more Public order (29). 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, Trowbridge recorded fewer crimes than Bridgend — 224 vs 246 incidents. That is 9% fewer crimes. Bridgend is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Bridgend saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Trowbridge had more Public order. Overall, Trowbridge recorded fewer total crimes (224 vs 246).