Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CF71 · The Vale of Glamorgan
11
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
CF64 · The Vale of Glamorgan
70
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Cowbridge has less crime — 11 vs 70 incidents in February 2026.
Penarth recorded substantially more crime than Cowbridge in February 2026 — 70 incidents compared to 11, a 6.4x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Cowbridge sees higher rates of Burglary (2), while Penarth has more Shoplifting (8). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Cowbridge recorded fewer crimes than Penarth — 11 vs 70 incidents. That is 84% fewer crimes. Cowbridge is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Cowbridge saw higher rates of Burglary while Penarth had more Shoplifting. Overall, Cowbridge recorded fewer total crimes (11 vs 70).