Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CF34 · Bridgend
82
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
CF36 · Bridgend
81
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Porthcawl has less crime — 81 vs 82 incidents in February 2026.
Maesteg and Porthcawl recorded very similar overall crime levels in February 2026 — 82 and 81 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Maesteg sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (11), while Porthcawl has more Shoplifting (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, Porthcawl recorded fewer crimes than Maesteg — 81 vs 82 incidents. That is 1% fewer crimes. Porthcawl is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Maesteg saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while Porthcawl had more Shoplifting. Overall, Porthcawl recorded fewer total crimes (81 vs 82).