Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CF35 · Bridgend
10
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
CF23 · Cardiff
121
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Pencoed has less crime — 10 vs 121 incidents in February 2026.
Pentwyn recorded substantially more crime than Pencoed in February 2026 — 121 incidents compared to 10, a 12.1x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Pencoed sees higher rates of Drugs (1) and Burglary (1), while Pentwyn has more Shoplifting (14) and Public order (13). 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, Pencoed recorded fewer crimes than Pentwyn — 10 vs 121 incidents. That is 92% fewer crimes. Pencoed is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Pencoed saw higher rates of Drugs and Burglary while Pentwyn had more Shoplifting and Public order. Overall, Pencoed recorded fewer total crimes (10 vs 121).