Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SA6 · Swansea
133
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
SA8 · Neath Port Talbot
41
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Pontardawe has less crime — 41 vs 133 incidents in February 2026.
Morriston recorded substantially more crime than Pontardawe in February 2026 — 133 incidents compared to 41, a 3.2x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Morriston sees higher rates of Public order (13) and Criminal damage & arson (10), while Pontardawe has more Anti-social behaviour (6) and Shoplifting (5). 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, Pontardawe recorded fewer crimes than Morriston — 41 vs 133 incidents. That is 69% fewer crimes. Pontardawe is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Morriston saw higher rates of Public order and Criminal damage & arson while Pontardawe had more Anti-social behaviour and Shoplifting. Overall, Pontardawe recorded fewer total crimes (41 vs 133).