Cynffig vs Ely — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Cynffig

CF33 · Bridgend

74

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences30
  • Anti-social behaviour14
  • Public order13

Ely

CF5 · Cardiff

428

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences148
  • Shoplifting69
  • Criminal damage & arson41

Cynffig has less crime — 74 vs 428 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Ely recorded substantially more crime than Cynffig in April 2026 — 428 incidents compared to 74, a 5.8x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Cynffig sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (14) and Public order (13), while Ely has more Shoplifting (69) and Criminal damage & arson (41). Cynffig is below the national average while Ely is above, making Cynffig the safer choice on this measure.

Get a detailed crime report

Full reports cover 24 months of trends, ward breakdowns, outcome rates, and a detailed safety score — from £4.99.

Get the full Cynffig report — £4.99 Get the full Ely report — £4.99
View Cynffig area page → View Ely area page →

Frequently asked questions

Is Cynffig or Ely safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Cynffig recorded fewer crimes than Ely — 74 vs 428 incidents. That is 83% fewer crimes. Cynffig is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Cynffig and Ely?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Cynffig saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Public order while Ely had more Shoplifting and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Cynffig recorded fewer total crimes (74 vs 428).

Compare other areas

Garw Valley vs ElyMaesteg vs ElyBridgend vs ElyCynffig vs TrowbridgeCynffig vs ButetownCynffig vs Grangetown