Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CF33 · Bridgend
65
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
CF43 · Rhondda Cynon Taff
31
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Ferndale has less crime — 31 vs 65 incidents in February 2026.
Cynffig recorded notably higher crime than Ferndale in February 2026 — 65 vs 31 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Cynffig sees higher rates of Other theft (8), while Ferndale has more Drugs (4). 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, Ferndale recorded fewer crimes than Cynffig — 31 vs 65 incidents. That is 52% fewer crimes. Ferndale is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Cynffig saw higher rates of Other theft while Ferndale had more Drugs. Overall, Ferndale recorded fewer total crimes (31 vs 65).