Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CF40 · Rhondda Cynon Taff
99
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
CF47 · Merthyr Tydfil
233
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Tonypandy has less crime — 99 vs 233 incidents in February 2026.
Town recorded notably higher crime than Tonypandy in February 2026 — 233 vs 99 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Tonypandy sees higher rates of Public order (15), while Town has more Shoplifting (27). Tonypandy is below the national average while Town is above, making Tonypandy the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Tonypandy recorded fewer crimes than Town — 99 vs 233 incidents. That is 58% fewer crimes. Tonypandy is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Tonypandy saw higher rates of Public order while Town had more Shoplifting. Overall, Tonypandy recorded fewer total crimes (99 vs 233).