Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CF31 · Bridgend
246
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
CF11 · Cardiff
831
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Bridgend has less crime — 246 vs 831 incidents in February 2026.
Grangetown recorded substantially more crime than Bridgend in February 2026 — 831 incidents compared to 246, a 3.4x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bridgend sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (31), while Grangetown has more Public order (113). Both areas are above the national average for recorded crime; the full 24-month reports break down the trends and outcomes in detail.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Bridgend recorded fewer crimes than Grangetown — 246 vs 831 incidents. That is 70% fewer crimes. Grangetown is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Bridgend saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour while Grangetown had more Public order. Overall, Bridgend recorded fewer total crimes (246 vs 831).