Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CF37 · Rhondda Cynon Taff
168
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
CF46 · Merthyr Tydfil
41
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Treharris has less crime — 41 vs 168 incidents in April 2026.
Pontypridd recorded substantially more crime than Treharris in April 2026 — 168 incidents compared to 41, a 4.1x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Pontypridd sees higher rates of Shoplifting (32), while Treharris has more Criminal damage & arson (5). 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, Treharris recorded fewer crimes than Pontypridd — 41 vs 168 incidents. That is 76% fewer crimes. Treharris is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Pontypridd saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Treharris had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Treharris recorded fewer total crimes (41 vs 168).