Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CF32 · Bridgend
38
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
CF14 · Cardiff
141
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Garw Valley has less crime — 38 vs 141 incidents in February 2026.
Rhiwbina recorded substantially more crime than Garw Valley in February 2026 — 141 incidents compared to 38, a 3.7x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Garw Valley sees higher rates of Other theft (5) and Anti-social behaviour (5), while Rhiwbina has more Shoplifting (25) and Vehicle crime (16). 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, Garw Valley recorded fewer crimes than Rhiwbina — 38 vs 141 incidents. That is 73% fewer crimes. Garw Valley is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Garw Valley saw higher rates of Other theft and Anti-social behaviour while Rhiwbina had more Shoplifting and Vehicle crime. Overall, Garw Valley recorded fewer total crimes (38 vs 141).