Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CF39 · Rhondda Cynon Taff
66
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
CF48 · Merthyr Tydfil
183
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
Cymmer has less crime — 66 vs 183 incidents in April 2026.
Town recorded substantially more crime than Cymmer in April 2026 — 183 incidents compared to 66, a 2.8x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Cymmer sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (10), while Town has more Shoplifting (42). 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, Cymmer recorded fewer crimes than Town — 66 vs 183 incidents. That is 64% 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 183).