Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CF43 · Rhondda Cynon Taff
31
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
CF47 · Merthyr Tydfil
233
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Ferndale has less crime — 31 vs 233 incidents in February 2026.
Town recorded substantially more crime than Ferndale in February 2026 — 233 incidents compared to 31, a 7.5x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Ferndale sees higher rates of Drugs (4) and Public order (3), while Town has more Anti-social behaviour (46) and Shoplifting (27). Ferndale is below the national average while Town is above, making Ferndale the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Ferndale recorded fewer crimes than Town — 31 vs 233 incidents. That is 87% 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 Public order while Town had more Anti-social behaviour and Shoplifting. Overall, Ferndale recorded fewer total crimes (31 vs 233).