Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CF36 · Bridgend
81
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
CF40 · Rhondda Cynon Taff
99
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Porthcawl has less crime — 81 vs 99 incidents in February 2026.
Tonypandy saw somewhat more crime than Porthcawl in February 2026 (99 vs 81 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Porthcawl sees higher rates of Shoplifting (11), while Tonypandy has more Public order (15). 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, Porthcawl recorded fewer crimes than Tonypandy — 81 vs 99 incidents. That is 18% fewer crimes. Porthcawl is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Porthcawl saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Tonypandy had more Public order. Overall, Porthcawl recorded fewer total crimes (81 vs 99).