Bryn vs Pontardawe — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Bryn

SA13 · Neath Port Talbot

1

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences1

Pontardawe

SA8 · Neath Port Talbot

41

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences14
  • Anti-social behaviour6
  • Shoplifting5

Bryn has less crime — 1 vs 41 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Pontardawe recorded substantially more crime than Bryn in February 2026 — 41 incidents compared to 1, a 41.0x difference. Both areas share a near-identical crime profile, with Violence & sexual offences dominating in each. 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 February 2026 Police data, Bryn recorded fewer crimes than Pontardawe — 1 vs 41 incidents. That is 98% fewer crimes. Bryn is also below the national average for crime.

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

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In February 2026, Bryn recorded 1 incidents of this type vs 14 in Pontardawe. Overall, Bryn had fewer total crimes (1 vs 41).

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