Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CF35 · Bridgend
10
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
CF37 · Rhondda Cynon Taff
160
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Pencoed has less crime — 10 vs 160 incidents in February 2026.
Pontypridd recorded substantially more crime than Pencoed in February 2026 — 160 incidents compared to 10, a 16.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Pencoed sees higher rates of Drugs (1) and Burglary (1), while Pontypridd has more Criminal damage & arson (22) and Public order (20). 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 Pontypridd — 10 vs 160 incidents. That is 94% 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 Pontypridd had more Criminal damage & arson and Public order. Overall, Pencoed recorded fewer total crimes (10 vs 160).