Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CF14 · Cardiff
141
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
CF41 · Rhondda Cynon Taff
62
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Ystrad has less crime — 62 vs 141 incidents in February 2026.
Rhiwbina recorded notably higher crime than Ystrad in February 2026 — 141 vs 62 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Rhiwbina sees higher rates of Shoplifting (25) and Vehicle crime (16), while Ystrad has more Public order (9) and Anti-social behaviour (4). 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, Ystrad recorded fewer crimes than Rhiwbina — 62 vs 141 incidents. That is 56% fewer crimes. Ystrad is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Rhiwbina saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Vehicle crime while Ystrad had more Public order and Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Ystrad recorded fewer total crimes (62 vs 141).