Pencoed Crime Rate February 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Pencoed's February 2026 crime rate of 3.1 per 1,000 residents marked a significant 51.6% reduction compared to the UK average of 6.4 per 1,000. This sustained decline aligns with the area's historical trend of lower crime rates, particularly in property-related offences. Violent crimes accounted for the majority (61.3%) of all incidents, though this category remained 18% below the UK average. The breakdown illustrates a combination of local factors: while violent crimes persisted, property crimes such as burglary, vehicle crime, and theft were subdued. For instance, burglary remained 60% below the UK average, a figure consistent with Pencoed's built-up character and potential for more secure residential areas. The seasonal context of February—a winter month with low outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull—may have contributed to the overall decline, particularly in public order offences, which fell by 90% compared to January. However, the sharp increase in 'other theft' (200% rise) and the unexpected spike in 'other crime' (100% above UK average) suggest areas requiring further analysis. These anomalies may reflect isolated incidents rather than broader trends, but they highlight the need for ongoing monitoring. The data also underscores Pencoed's position as a relatively safe area within the UK, where the combination of urban infrastructure and community-focused policing likely plays a role in maintaining low crime rates. This month's figures provide a nuanced picture of a locality where violent crime remains a concern, but property-related offences and public disorder are consistently below national averages.

Violent crimes dominated the February 2026 crime picture, making up 61.3% of all incidents and remaining 18% below the UK average for this category. Public order offences fell by 90% compared to January, with only one incident reported—down from 10 in the previous month. This sharp decline may reflect seasonal factors, as February's low outdoor activity and pre-spring lull could reduce opportunities for public disorder. Other theft, however, saw a dramatic 200% increase, rising from one to three incidents. This spike contrasts with the overall downward trend, though the category remains 29% below the UK average. Vehicle crime and 'other crime' also doubled from zero to one each, suggesting isolated incidents rather than systemic patterns. The UK comparison for 'other crime' shows this category was 100% above the national average, a figure that may warrant closer examination in future reports.

Pencoed's crime rate in February 2026 dropped by 27.7% compared to January's 4.3 per 1,000, reflecting a sustained decline in reported incidents. Daily crime figures show an average of one crime per day over the 28-day period, a rate that aligns with the area's historically low crime profile. When scaled to the population, this translates to one reported crime for every 323 residents over the course of the month—a statistic that may reassure residents of the area's relative safety. The population context further underscores the significance of this figure: with 10,015 residents, the monthly exposure rate remains well below the UK average, which would equate to roughly two crimes per 323 residents. This contrast highlights Pencoed's distinct position within the UK's broader crime profile, where its built-up character and proximity to Bridgend's urban infrastructure may contribute to lower rates of property crime and public disorder compared to more rural or densely populated regions.