Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CF35 · Bridgend
10
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
CF14 · Cardiff
141
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Pencoed has less crime — 10 vs 141 incidents in February 2026.
Rhiwbina recorded substantially more crime than Pencoed in February 2026 — 141 incidents compared to 10, a 14.1x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Pencoed sees higher rates of Drugs (1) and Burglary (1), while Rhiwbina has more Shoplifting (25) and Vehicle crime (16). 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 Rhiwbina — 10 vs 141 incidents. That is 93% 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 Rhiwbina had more Shoplifting and Vehicle crime. Overall, Pencoed recorded fewer total crimes (10 vs 141).