Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CF72 · Rhondda Cynon Taff
33
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
CF64 · The Vale of Glamorgan
70
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Llanharan has less crime — 33 vs 70 incidents in February 2026.
Penarth recorded notably higher crime than Llanharan in February 2026 — 70 vs 33 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Llanharan sees higher rates of Other theft (6) and Anti-social behaviour (4), while Penarth has more Public order (11) and Shoplifting (8). 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, Llanharan recorded fewer crimes than Penarth — 33 vs 70 incidents. That is 53% fewer crimes. Llanharan is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Llanharan saw higher rates of Other theft and Anti-social behaviour while Penarth had more Public order and Shoplifting. Overall, Llanharan recorded fewer total crimes (33 vs 70).