Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CF45 · Rhondda Cynon Taff
43
crimes in March 2026
Below national average
CF14 · Cardiff
149
crimes in March 2026
Near national average
Penrhiwceiber has less crime — 43 vs 149 incidents in March 2026.
Rhiwbina recorded substantially more crime than Penrhiwceiber in March 2026 — 149 incidents compared to 43, a 3.5x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Penrhiwceiber sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (4), while Rhiwbina has more Criminal damage & arson (18). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on March 2026 Police data, Penrhiwceiber recorded fewer crimes than Rhiwbina — 43 vs 149 incidents. That is 71% fewer crimes. Penrhiwceiber is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In March 2026, Penrhiwceiber saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour while Rhiwbina had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Penrhiwceiber recorded fewer total crimes (43 vs 149).