Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CF34 · Bridgend
82
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
CF41 · Rhondda Cynon Taff
62
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Ystrad has less crime — 62 vs 82 incidents in February 2026.
Maesteg saw somewhat more crime than Ystrad in February 2026 (82 vs 62 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Maesteg sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (11), while Ystrad has more Public order (9). 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, Ystrad recorded fewer crimes than Maesteg — 62 vs 82 incidents. That is 24% fewer crimes. Ystrad 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 Ystrad had more Public order. Overall, Ystrad recorded fewer total crimes (62 vs 82).