Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CF45 · Rhondda Cynon Taff
52
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
CF47 · Merthyr Tydfil
233
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Penrhiwceiber has less crime — 52 vs 233 incidents in February 2026.
Town recorded substantially more crime than Penrhiwceiber in February 2026 — 233 incidents compared to 52, a 4.5x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Penrhiwceiber sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (5), while Town has more Shoplifting (27). Penrhiwceiber is below the national average while Town is above, making Penrhiwceiber the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Penrhiwceiber recorded fewer crimes than Town — 52 vs 233 incidents. That is 78% 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 Town had more Shoplifting. Overall, Penrhiwceiber recorded fewer total crimes (52 vs 233).