Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CF39 · Rhondda Cynon Taff
66
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
CF47 · Merthyr Tydfil
266
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Cymmer has less crime — 66 vs 266 incidents in April 2026.
Town recorded substantially more crime than Cymmer in April 2026 — 266 incidents compared to 66, a 4.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Cymmer sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (10), while Town has more Shoplifting (48). Cymmer is below the national average while Town is above, making Cymmer the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Cymmer recorded fewer crimes than Town — 66 vs 266 incidents. That is 75% fewer crimes. Cymmer is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Cymmer saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour while Town had more Shoplifting. Overall, Cymmer recorded fewer total crimes (66 vs 266).