Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CF38 · Rhondda Cynon Taff
54
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
CF48 · Merthyr Tydfil
183
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
Llantwit Fardre has less crime — 54 vs 183 incidents in April 2026.
Town recorded substantially more crime than Llantwit Fardre in April 2026 — 183 incidents compared to 54, a 3.4x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Llantwit Fardre sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (10) and Drugs (4), while Town has more Shoplifting (42) and Public order (23). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Llantwit Fardre recorded fewer crimes than Town — 54 vs 183 incidents. That is 70% 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 Town had more Shoplifting and Public order. Overall, Llantwit Fardre recorded fewer total crimes (54 vs 183).