Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CF37 · Rhondda Cynon Taff
160
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
CF48 · Merthyr Tydfil
151
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Town has less crime — 151 vs 160 incidents in February 2026.
Pontypridd and Town recorded very similar overall crime levels in February 2026 — 160 and 151 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Pontypridd sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (22) and Public order (20), while Town has more Anti-social behaviour (32) and Shoplifting (25). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Town recorded fewer crimes than Pontypridd — 151 vs 160 incidents. That is 6% fewer crimes.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Pontypridd saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson and Public order while Town had more Anti-social behaviour and Shoplifting. Overall, Town recorded fewer total crimes (151 vs 160).