Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CF43 · Rhondda Cynon Taff
33
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
CF34 · Bridgend
107
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
Ferndale has less crime — 33 vs 107 incidents in April 2026.
Maesteg recorded substantially more crime than Ferndale in April 2026 — 107 incidents compared to 33, a 3.2x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Ferndale sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (5), while Maesteg has more Shoplifting (19). 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, Ferndale recorded fewer crimes than Maesteg — 33 vs 107 incidents. That is 69% fewer crimes. Ferndale is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Ferndale saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour while Maesteg had more Shoplifting. Overall, Ferndale recorded fewer total crimes (33 vs 107).