Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CF43 · Rhondda Cynon Taff
31
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
CF41 · Rhondda Cynon Taff
62
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Ferndale has less crime — 31 vs 62 incidents in February 2026.
Ystrad recorded notably higher crime than Ferndale in February 2026 — 62 vs 31 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Ferndale sees higher rates of Drugs (4), while Ystrad has more Anti-social behaviour (4). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Ferndale recorded fewer crimes than Ystrad — 31 vs 62 incidents. That is 50% fewer crimes. Ferndale is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Ferndale saw higher rates of Drugs while Ystrad had more Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Ferndale recorded fewer total crimes (31 vs 62).