Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CF32 · Bridgend
43
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
CF37 · Rhondda Cynon Taff
168
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
Garw Valley has less crime — 43 vs 168 incidents in April 2026.
Pontypridd recorded substantially more crime than Garw Valley in April 2026 — 168 incidents compared to 43, a 3.9x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Garw Valley sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (7), while Pontypridd has more Shoplifting (32). 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, Garw Valley recorded fewer crimes than Pontypridd — 43 vs 168 incidents. That is 74% 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 while Pontypridd had more Shoplifting. Overall, Garw Valley recorded fewer total crimes (43 vs 168).