Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CF44 · Rhondda Cynon Taff
115
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
CF43 · Rhondda Cynon Taff
31
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Ferndale has less crime — 31 vs 115 incidents in February 2026.
Aberdare recorded substantially more crime than Ferndale in February 2026 — 115 incidents compared to 31, a 3.7x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Aberdare sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (20), while Ferndale has more Drugs (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, Ferndale recorded fewer crimes than Aberdare — 31 vs 115 incidents. That is 73% fewer crimes. Ferndale is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Aberdare saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour while Ferndale had more Drugs. Overall, Ferndale recorded fewer total crimes (31 vs 115).