Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CF43 · Rhondda Cynon Taff
33
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
CF48 · Merthyr Tydfil
183
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
Ferndale has less crime — 33 vs 183 incidents in April 2026.
Town recorded substantially more crime than Ferndale in April 2026 — 183 incidents compared to 33, a 5.5x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Ferndale sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (5), while Town has more Shoplifting (42). 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 Town — 33 vs 183 incidents. That is 82% 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 Town had more Shoplifting. Overall, Ferndale recorded fewer total crimes (33 vs 183).