Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CF43 · Rhondda Cynon Taff
32
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
CF11 · Cardiff
831
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Ferndale has less crime — 32 vs 831 incidents in February 2026.
Grangetown recorded substantially more crime than Ferndale in February 2026 — 831 incidents compared to 32, a 26.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Ferndale sees higher rates of Drugs (4) and Anti-social behaviour (3), while Grangetown has more Public order (113) and Shoplifting (111). Ferndale is below the national average while Grangetown is above, making Ferndale the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Ferndale recorded fewer crimes than Grangetown — 32 vs 831 incidents. That is 96% fewer crimes. Ferndale is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Ferndale saw higher rates of Drugs and Anti-social behaviour while Grangetown had more Public order and Shoplifting. Overall, Ferndale recorded fewer total crimes (32 vs 831).