Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CF37 · Rhondda Cynon Taff
160
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
CF3 · Cardiff
224
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Pontypridd has less crime — 160 vs 224 incidents in February 2026.
Trowbridge saw somewhat more crime than Pontypridd in February 2026 (224 vs 160 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Pontypridd sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (22), while Trowbridge has more Anti-social behaviour (28). 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, Pontypridd recorded fewer crimes than Trowbridge — 160 vs 224 incidents. That is 29% fewer crimes. Trowbridge is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Pontypridd saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while Trowbridge had more Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Pontypridd recorded fewer total crimes (160 vs 224).