Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CF32 · Bridgend
38
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
CF34 · Bridgend
82
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Garw Valley has less crime — 38 vs 82 incidents in February 2026.
Maesteg recorded notably higher crime than Garw Valley in February 2026 — 82 vs 38 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Garw Valley sees higher rates of Other theft (5), while Maesteg has more Criminal damage & arson (11). 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, Garw Valley recorded fewer crimes than Maesteg — 38 vs 82 incidents. That is 54% fewer crimes. Garw Valley is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Garw Valley saw higher rates of Other theft while Maesteg had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Garw Valley recorded fewer total crimes (38 vs 82).