Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CF71 · The Vale of Glamorgan
15
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
NP22 · Blaenau Gwent
164
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
Cowbridge has less crime — 15 vs 164 incidents in April 2026.
Tredegar recorded substantially more crime than Cowbridge in April 2026 — 164 incidents compared to 15, a 10.9x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Cowbridge sees higher rates of Shoplifting (3) and Public order (2), while Tredegar has more Anti-social behaviour (38) and Criminal damage & arson (25). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Cowbridge recorded fewer crimes than Tredegar — 15 vs 164 incidents. That is 91% 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 Shoplifting and Public order while Tredegar had more Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Cowbridge recorded fewer total crimes (15 vs 164).