Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CF36 · Bridgend
75
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
CF40 · Rhondda Cynon Taff
72
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Tonypandy has less crime — 72 vs 75 incidents in April 2026.
Porthcawl and Tonypandy recorded very similar overall crime levels in April 2026 — 75 and 72 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Porthcawl sees higher rates of Shoplifting (11), while Tonypandy has more Public order (9). 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, Tonypandy recorded fewer crimes than Porthcawl — 72 vs 75 incidents. That is 4% fewer crimes. Tonypandy is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Porthcawl saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Tonypandy had more Public order. Overall, Tonypandy recorded fewer total crimes (72 vs 75).