Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CF35 · Bridgend
11
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
CF36 · Bridgend
75
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Pencoed has less crime — 11 vs 75 incidents in April 2026.
Porthcawl recorded substantially more crime than Pencoed in April 2026 — 75 incidents compared to 11, a 6.8x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Pencoed sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (4) and Criminal damage & arson (2), while Porthcawl has more Shoplifting (11) and Anti-social behaviour (10). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Pencoed recorded fewer crimes than Porthcawl — 11 vs 75 incidents. That is 85% fewer crimes. Pencoed is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Pencoed saw higher rates of Vehicle crime and Criminal damage & arson while Porthcawl had more Shoplifting and Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Pencoed recorded fewer total crimes (11 vs 75).