Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CF43 · Rhondda Cynon Taff
33
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
CF3 · Cardiff
285
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Ferndale has less crime — 33 vs 285 incidents in April 2026.
Trowbridge recorded substantially more crime than Ferndale in April 2026 — 285 incidents compared to 33, a 8.6x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Ferndale sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (5), while Trowbridge has more Shoplifting (39). Ferndale is below the national average while Trowbridge is above, making Ferndale the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Ferndale recorded fewer crimes than Trowbridge — 33 vs 285 incidents. That is 88% 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 Trowbridge had more Shoplifting. Overall, Ferndale recorded fewer total crimes (33 vs 285).