Bryn vs Pontardawe — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Bryn

SA13 · Neath Port Talbot

3

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Vehicle crime1
  • Violence & sexual offences1
  • Anti-social behaviour1

Pontardawe

SA8 · Neath Port Talbot

47

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences19
  • Other theft7
  • Anti-social behaviour6

Bryn has less crime — 3 vs 47 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Pontardawe recorded substantially more crime than Bryn in April 2026 — 47 incidents compared to 3, a 15.7x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bryn sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (1), while Pontardawe has more Other theft (7). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Bryn or Pontardawe safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Bryn recorded fewer crimes than Pontardawe — 3 vs 47 incidents. That is 94% fewer crimes. Bryn is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Bryn and Pontardawe?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Bryn saw higher rates of Vehicle crime while Pontardawe had more Other theft. Overall, Bryn recorded fewer total crimes (3 vs 47).

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