Town vs Treharris — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Town

CF48 · Merthyr Tydfil

151

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences50
  • Anti-social behaviour32
  • Shoplifting25

Treharris

CF46 · Merthyr Tydfil

35

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences14
  • Criminal damage & arson7
  • Public order6

Treharris has less crime — 35 vs 151 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Town recorded substantially more crime than Treharris in February 2026 — 151 incidents compared to 35, a 4.3x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Town sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (32) and Shoplifting (25), while Treharris has more Criminal damage & arson (7) and Public order (6). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Town or Treharris safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Treharris recorded fewer crimes than Town — 35 vs 151 incidents. That is 77% fewer crimes. Treharris is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Town and Treharris?

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Town saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Shoplifting while Treharris had more Criminal damage & arson and Public order. Overall, Treharris recorded fewer total crimes (35 vs 151).

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