Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CF31 · Bridgend
246
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
CF23 · Cardiff
121
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Pentwyn has less crime — 121 vs 246 incidents in February 2026.
Bridgend recorded notably higher crime than Pentwyn in February 2026 — 246 vs 121 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bridgend sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (31), while Pentwyn has more Public order (13). 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, Pentwyn recorded fewer crimes than Bridgend — 121 vs 246 incidents. That is 51% fewer crimes. Bridgend is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Bridgend saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour while Pentwyn had more Public order. Overall, Pentwyn recorded fewer total crimes (121 vs 246).