Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CF38 · Rhondda Cynon Taff
49
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
CF36 · Bridgend
81
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Llantwit Fardre has less crime — 49 vs 81 incidents in February 2026.
Porthcawl recorded notably higher crime than Llantwit Fardre in February 2026 — 81 vs 49 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Llantwit Fardre sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (8), while Porthcawl has more Anti-social behaviour (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, Llantwit Fardre recorded fewer crimes than Porthcawl — 49 vs 81 incidents. That is 40% fewer crimes. Llantwit Fardre is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Llantwit Fardre saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while Porthcawl had more Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Llantwit Fardre recorded fewer total crimes (49 vs 81).