Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CF35 · Bridgend
11
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
CF47 · Merthyr Tydfil
266
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Pencoed has less crime — 11 vs 266 incidents in April 2026.
Town recorded substantially more crime than Pencoed in April 2026 — 266 incidents compared to 11, a 24.2x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Pencoed sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (4) and Criminal damage & arson (2), while Town has more Shoplifting (48) and Public order (32). Pencoed is below the national average while Town is above, making Pencoed the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Pencoed recorded fewer crimes than Town — 11 vs 266 incidents. That is 96% 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 Town had more Shoplifting and Public order. Overall, Pencoed recorded fewer total crimes (11 vs 266).