Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CF36 · Bridgend
81
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
CF41 · Rhondda Cynon Taff
62
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Ystrad has less crime — 62 vs 81 incidents in February 2026.
Porthcawl saw somewhat more crime than Ystrad in February 2026 (81 vs 62 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Porthcawl sees higher rates of Shoplifting (11), while Ystrad 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 February 2026 Police data, Ystrad recorded fewer crimes than Porthcawl — 62 vs 81 incidents. That is 23% fewer crimes. Ystrad 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 Ystrad had more Public order. Overall, Ystrad recorded fewer total crimes (62 vs 81).