Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CF38 · Rhondda Cynon Taff
54
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
CF36 · Bridgend
75
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Llantwit Fardre has less crime — 54 vs 75 incidents in April 2026.
Porthcawl saw somewhat more crime than Llantwit Fardre in April 2026 (75 vs 54 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Llantwit Fardre sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (10) and Drugs (4), while Porthcawl has more Shoplifting (11) and Anti-social behaviour (10). 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, Llantwit Fardre recorded fewer crimes than Porthcawl — 54 vs 75 incidents. That is 28% fewer crimes. Llantwit Fardre is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Llantwit Fardre saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson and Drugs while Porthcawl had more Shoplifting and Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Llantwit Fardre recorded fewer total crimes (54 vs 75).