Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SA8 · Neath Port Talbot
47
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
SA2 · Swansea
65
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Pontardawe has less crime — 47 vs 65 incidents in April 2026.
Sketty saw somewhat more crime than Pontardawe in April 2026 (65 vs 47 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Pontardawe sees higher rates of Other theft (7) and Anti-social behaviour (6), while Sketty has more Public order (7) and Criminal damage & arson (7). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Pontardawe recorded fewer crimes than Sketty — 47 vs 65 incidents. That is 28% fewer crimes. Pontardawe is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Pontardawe saw higher rates of Other theft and Anti-social behaviour while Sketty had more Public order and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Pontardawe recorded fewer total crimes (47 vs 65).