Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CF45 · Rhondda Cynon Taff
51
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
CF48 · Merthyr Tydfil
183
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
Penrhiwceiber has less crime — 51 vs 183 incidents in April 2026.
Town recorded substantially more crime than Penrhiwceiber in April 2026 — 183 incidents compared to 51, a 3.6x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Penrhiwceiber sees higher rates of Other theft (7) and Anti-social behaviour (6), while Town has more Shoplifting (42) and Public order (23). 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 Town — 51 vs 183 incidents. That is 72% 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 Town had more Shoplifting and Public order. Overall, Penrhiwceiber recorded fewer total crimes (51 vs 183).