Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CF37 · Rhondda Cynon Taff
160
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
CF41 · Rhondda Cynon Taff
62
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Ystrad has less crime — 62 vs 160 incidents in February 2026.
Pontypridd recorded substantially more crime than Ystrad in February 2026 — 160 incidents compared to 62, a 2.6x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Pontypridd sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (22), while Ystrad has more Anti-social behaviour (4). 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, Ystrad recorded fewer crimes than Pontypridd — 62 vs 160 incidents. That is 61% fewer crimes. Ystrad is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Pontypridd saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while Ystrad had more Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Ystrad recorded fewer total crimes (62 vs 160).