Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SA8 · Neath Port Talbot
41
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
SA9 · Powys
38
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Ystradgynlais has less crime — 38 vs 41 incidents in February 2026.
Pontardawe and Ystradgynlais recorded very similar overall crime levels in February 2026 — 41 and 38 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Pontardawe sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (6), while Ystradgynlais has more Burglary (4). 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, Ystradgynlais recorded fewer crimes than Pontardawe — 38 vs 41 incidents. That is 7% fewer crimes. Ystradgynlais is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Pontardawe saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour while Ystradgynlais had more Burglary. Overall, Ystradgynlais recorded fewer total crimes (38 vs 41).