Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CF34 · Bridgend
82
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
CF23 · Cardiff
121
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Maesteg has less crime — 82 vs 121 incidents in February 2026.
Pentwyn saw somewhat more crime than Maesteg in February 2026 (121 vs 82 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Maesteg sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (11) and Anti-social behaviour (8), while Pentwyn has more Shoplifting (14) and 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, Maesteg recorded fewer crimes than Pentwyn — 82 vs 121 incidents. That is 32% fewer crimes. Maesteg is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Maesteg saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson and Anti-social behaviour while Pentwyn had more Shoplifting and Public order. Overall, Maesteg recorded fewer total crimes (82 vs 121).