Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CF45 · Rhondda Cynon Taff
52
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
CF36 · Bridgend
81
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Penrhiwceiber has less crime — 52 vs 81 incidents in February 2026.
Porthcawl recorded notably higher crime than Penrhiwceiber in February 2026 — 81 vs 52 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Penrhiwceiber sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (5), while Porthcawl has more Shoplifting (11). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Penrhiwceiber recorded fewer crimes than Porthcawl — 52 vs 81 incidents. That is 36% fewer crimes. Penrhiwceiber is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Penrhiwceiber saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while Porthcawl had more Shoplifting. Overall, Penrhiwceiber recorded fewer total crimes (52 vs 81).