Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CF45 · Rhondda Cynon Taff
51
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
CF3 · Cardiff
285
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Penrhiwceiber has less crime — 51 vs 285 incidents in April 2026.
Trowbridge recorded substantially more crime than Penrhiwceiber in April 2026 — 285 incidents compared to 51, a 5.6x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Penrhiwceiber sees higher rates of Other theft (7) and Anti-social behaviour (6), while Trowbridge has more Shoplifting (39) and Public order (36). Penrhiwceiber is below the national average while Trowbridge is above, making Penrhiwceiber the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Penrhiwceiber recorded fewer crimes than Trowbridge — 51 vs 285 incidents. That is 82% 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 Trowbridge had more Shoplifting and Public order. Overall, Penrhiwceiber recorded fewer total crimes (51 vs 285).