Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CF71 · The Vale of Glamorgan
15
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
NP16 · Monmouthshire
48
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Cowbridge has less crime — 15 vs 48 incidents in April 2026.
St Arvans recorded substantially more crime than Cowbridge in April 2026 — 48 incidents compared to 15, a 3.2x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Cowbridge sees higher rates of Public order (2), while St Arvans has more Anti-social behaviour (9). 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, Cowbridge recorded fewer crimes than St Arvans — 15 vs 48 incidents. That is 69% fewer crimes. Cowbridge is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Cowbridge saw higher rates of Public order while St Arvans had more Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Cowbridge recorded fewer total crimes (15 vs 48).