Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CF36 · Bridgend
81
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
CF42 · Rhondda Cynon Taff
49
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Treorchy has less crime — 49 vs 81 incidents in February 2026.
Porthcawl recorded notably higher crime than Treorchy in February 2026 — 81 vs 49 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Porthcawl sees higher rates of Shoplifting (11), while Treorchy has more Public order (11). 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, Treorchy recorded fewer crimes than Porthcawl — 49 vs 81 incidents. That is 40% fewer crimes. Treorchy 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 Treorchy had more Public order. Overall, Treorchy recorded fewer total crimes (49 vs 81).