Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SA8 · Neath Port Talbot
41
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
SA2 · Swansea
78
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Pontardawe has less crime — 41 vs 78 incidents in February 2026.
Sketty recorded notably higher crime than Pontardawe in February 2026 — 78 vs 41 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Pontardawe sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (6) and Shoplifting (5), while Sketty has more Criminal damage & arson (8) and Other theft (6). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Pontardawe recorded fewer crimes than Sketty — 41 vs 78 incidents. That is 47% fewer crimes. Pontardawe is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Pontardawe saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Shoplifting while Sketty had more Criminal damage & arson and Other theft. Overall, Pontardawe recorded fewer total crimes (41 vs 78).