Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SA7 · Swansea
51
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
SA9 · Powys
38
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Ystradgynlais has less crime — 38 vs 51 incidents in February 2026.
Llansamlet saw somewhat more crime than Ystradgynlais in February 2026 (51 vs 38 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Llansamlet sees higher rates of Drugs (7) and Anti-social behaviour (6), while Ystradgynlais has more Burglary (4) and Shoplifting (4). 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, Ystradgynlais recorded fewer crimes than Llansamlet — 38 vs 51 incidents. That is 25% fewer crimes. Ystradgynlais is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Llansamlet saw higher rates of Drugs and Anti-social behaviour while Ystradgynlais had more Burglary and Shoplifting. Overall, Ystradgynlais recorded fewer total crimes (38 vs 51).