Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CF39 · Rhondda Cynon Taff
52
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
CF32 · Bridgend
38
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Garw Valley has less crime — 38 vs 52 incidents in February 2026.
Cymmer saw somewhat more crime than Garw Valley in February 2026 (52 vs 38 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Cymmer sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (8) and Other crime (5), while Garw Valley has more Other theft (5) and Anti-social behaviour (5). 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, Garw Valley recorded fewer crimes than Cymmer — 38 vs 52 incidents. That is 27% fewer crimes. Garw Valley is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Cymmer saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson and Other crime while Garw Valley had more Other theft and Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Garw Valley recorded fewer total crimes (38 vs 52).