Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CF32 · Bridgend
43
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
CF38 · Rhondda Cynon Taff
54
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Garw Valley has less crime — 43 vs 54 incidents in April 2026.
Llantwit Fardre saw somewhat more crime than Garw Valley in April 2026 (54 vs 43 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Garw Valley sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (7) and Public order (5), while Llantwit Fardre has more Criminal damage & arson (10) and Drugs (4). 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, Garw Valley recorded fewer crimes than Llantwit Fardre — 43 vs 54 incidents. That is 20% fewer crimes. Garw Valley is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Garw Valley saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Public order while Llantwit Fardre had more Criminal damage & arson and Drugs. Overall, Garw Valley recorded fewer total crimes (43 vs 54).