Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NP18 · Newport
72
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
CF72 · Rhondda Cynon Taff
27
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Llanharan has less crime — 27 vs 72 incidents in April 2026.
Caerleon recorded substantially more crime than Llanharan in April 2026 — 72 incidents compared to 27, a 2.7x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Caerleon sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (15) and Public order (12), while Llanharan has more Shoplifting (4) and Anti-social behaviour (4). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Llanharan recorded fewer crimes than Caerleon — 27 vs 72 incidents. That is 63% fewer crimes. Llanharan is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Caerleon saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson and Public order while Llanharan had more Shoplifting and Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Llanharan recorded fewer total crimes (27 vs 72).