Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CF43 · Rhondda Cynon Taff
33
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
CF45 · Rhondda Cynon Taff
51
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Ferndale has less crime — 33 vs 51 incidents in April 2026.
Penrhiwceiber recorded notably higher crime than Ferndale in April 2026 — 51 vs 33 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Ferndale sees higher rates of Public order (8), while Penrhiwceiber has more Other theft (7). 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, Ferndale recorded fewer crimes than Penrhiwceiber — 33 vs 51 incidents. That is 35% 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 Public order while Penrhiwceiber had more Other theft. Overall, Ferndale recorded fewer total crimes (33 vs 51).