Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CF43 · Rhondda Cynon Taff
33
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
CF35 · Bridgend
11
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Pencoed has less crime — 11 vs 33 incidents in April 2026.
Ferndale recorded substantially more crime than Pencoed in April 2026 — 33 incidents compared to 11, a 3.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Ferndale sees higher rates of Public order (8) and Anti-social behaviour (5), while Pencoed has more Vehicle crime (4) and Criminal damage & arson (2). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Pencoed recorded fewer crimes than Ferndale — 11 vs 33 incidents. That is 67% fewer crimes. Pencoed is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Ferndale saw higher rates of Public order and Anti-social behaviour while Pencoed had more Vehicle crime and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Pencoed recorded fewer total crimes (11 vs 33).