Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CF34 · Bridgend
82
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
CF40 · Rhondda Cynon Taff
99
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Maesteg has less crime — 82 vs 99 incidents in February 2026.
Tonypandy saw somewhat more crime than Maesteg in February 2026 (99 vs 82 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Maesteg sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (11), while Tonypandy has more Public order (15). 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, Maesteg recorded fewer crimes than Tonypandy — 82 vs 99 incidents. That is 17% fewer crimes. Maesteg 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 Tonypandy had more Public order. Overall, Maesteg recorded fewer total crimes (82 vs 99).