Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CF45 · Rhondda Cynon Taff
51
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
CF37 · Rhondda Cynon Taff
168
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
Penrhiwceiber has less crime — 51 vs 168 incidents in April 2026.
Pontypridd recorded substantially more crime than Penrhiwceiber in April 2026 — 168 incidents compared to 51, a 3.3x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Penrhiwceiber sees higher rates of Other theft (7) and Anti-social behaviour (6), while Pontypridd has more Shoplifting (32) and Public order (17). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Penrhiwceiber recorded fewer crimes than Pontypridd — 51 vs 168 incidents. That is 70% fewer crimes. Penrhiwceiber is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Penrhiwceiber saw higher rates of Other theft and Anti-social behaviour while Pontypridd had more Shoplifting and Public order. Overall, Penrhiwceiber recorded fewer total crimes (51 vs 168).