Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CF32 · Bridgend
43
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
CF36 · Bridgend
75
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Garw Valley has less crime — 43 vs 75 incidents in April 2026.
Porthcawl recorded notably higher crime than Garw Valley in April 2026 — 75 vs 43 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Garw Valley sees higher rates of Public order (5), while Porthcawl has more Shoplifting (11). 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 Porthcawl — 43 vs 75 incidents. That is 43% 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 Public order while Porthcawl had more Shoplifting. Overall, Garw Valley recorded fewer total crimes (43 vs 75).