Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CF43 · Rhondda Cynon Taff
32
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
CF37 · Rhondda Cynon Taff
159
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Ferndale has less crime — 32 vs 159 incidents in February 2026.
Pontypridd recorded substantially more crime than Ferndale in February 2026 — 159 incidents compared to 32, a 5.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Ferndale sees higher rates of Drugs (4) and Anti-social behaviour (3), while Pontypridd has more Criminal damage & arson (21) and Public order (20). 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 Pontypridd — 32 vs 159 incidents. That is 80% fewer crimes. Ferndale is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Ferndale saw higher rates of Drugs and Anti-social behaviour while Pontypridd had more Criminal damage & arson and Public order. Overall, Ferndale recorded fewer total crimes (32 vs 159).