Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CF43 · Rhondda Cynon Taff
33
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
CF15 · Cardiff
41
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Ferndale has less crime — 33 vs 41 incidents in April 2026.
Pentyrch saw somewhat more crime than Ferndale in April 2026 (41 vs 33 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Ferndale sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (5), while Pentyrch has more Shoplifting (6). 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 Pentyrch — 33 vs 41 incidents. That is 20% 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 Pentyrch had more Shoplifting. Overall, Ferndale recorded fewer total crimes (33 vs 41).