Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CF34 · Bridgend
82
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
CF46 · Merthyr Tydfil
35
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Treharris has less crime — 35 vs 82 incidents in February 2026.
Maesteg recorded notably higher crime than Treharris in February 2026 — 82 vs 35 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Maesteg sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (8), while Treharris has more Public order (6). 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, Treharris recorded fewer crimes than Maesteg — 35 vs 82 incidents. That is 57% fewer crimes. Treharris is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Maesteg saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour while Treharris had more Public order. Overall, Treharris recorded fewer total crimes (35 vs 82).