Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SA6 · Swansea
133
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
SA9 · Powys
38
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Ystradgynlais has less crime — 38 vs 133 incidents in February 2026.
Morriston recorded substantially more crime than Ystradgynlais in February 2026 — 133 incidents compared to 38, a 3.5x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Morriston sees higher rates of Public order (13) and Criminal damage & arson (10), while Ystradgynlais has more Burglary (4) and Shoplifting (4). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Ystradgynlais recorded fewer crimes than Morriston — 38 vs 133 incidents. That is 71% fewer crimes. Ystradgynlais is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Morriston saw higher rates of Public order and Criminal damage & arson while Ystradgynlais had more Burglary and Shoplifting. Overall, Ystradgynlais recorded fewer total crimes (38 vs 133).