WD22 Intelligence Updated April 2026Source: South Wales Police Police

Crime in Pencoed and Penprysg, Bridgend

Comprehensive safety analysis for Pencoed and Penprysg, localized within Bridgend.

Total Crimes

47
trending_up +14.6% MoM

Annual Crime Rate

48.19per 1k
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Safety Rating

Moderate

Total Population

10,023

12-Month Crime Trend

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Crime Categories

Violence & Sexual Offences21
Shoplifting6
Vehicle Crime4
Other Theft4
Criminal Damage & Arson3
Public Order3
Anti-social Behaviour3
Burglary2
Other Crime1

Incident Distribution

Location ReferencePrimary IncidentsTotal
On or near Glossop Terrace Map
Shoplifting: 4
4
On or near Sports/Recreation Area Map
Violence and sexual offences: 3Anti-social behaviour: 1
4
On or near Parking Area Map
Violence and sexual offences: 3Public order: 1
4
On or near Taliesin Close Map
Violence and sexual offences: 2Vehicle crime: 1
3
On or near Heol-Y-Gerddi Map
Violence and sexual offences: 2
2
On or near Beechwood Grove Map
Violence and sexual offences: 2
2
On or near Petrol Station Map
Other theft: 2
2
On or near Penprysg Road Map
Other theft: 1Public order: 1
2
On or near Supermarket Map
Shoplifting: 2
2
On or near Cae Glas Map
Burglary: 1Anti-social behaviour: 1
2

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Safety comparison within Bridgend district.

Local Rank

#11safest in Bridgend

City Average

75.85per 1k

Local Policing

St. Bride's Minor and Ynysawdre

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Local Priorities

Road safety & Speeding - Bryn Rd/Abergarw Rd, Brynmenyn

Issued: 20 May 2026

Status Update

Action taken is updated every three months

Actioned: 20 May 2026

Antisocial behaviour (vehicular)

Issued: 20 May 2026

Status Update

Action taken is updated every three months

Actioned: 20 May 2026

Fly tipping, Queens Avenue/Tipio anghyfreithion Queens Avenue

Issued: 5 Mar 2026

Status Update

We have carried out high-visibility patrols in identified areas
We have worked with V2C who have have carried out litter picking the area. No further issues. Priority finalised

Actioned: 20 May 2026

Road safety & Speeding - Bryn Rd/Abergarw Rd, Brynmenyn

Issued: 5 Mar 2026

Status Update

We have carried out high-visibility patrols in identified areas
We have worked with Bridgend County Borough Council
We have patrolled with speed guns to monitor traffic speeds
We have carried out Speed scoping exercises 'Op ATAL' and worked with partner agencies. 1 vehicle seized and 1 driver arrested / Number of drivers attended speed and seat belt education presentation by the fire service

Actioned: 20 May 2026

Antisocial behaviour (vehicular)

Issued: 5 Mar 2026

Status Update

We have carried out high-visibility patrols in identified areas
We have worked with Bridgend County Borough Council

Actioned: 20 May 2026

Engagement Events

JUL9

Meet Local Officers Aberkenfig Square

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12:30 PM — 1:30 PM

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Pandy Road Bridgend

JUL31

Community Meeting - Ynysawdre Hall

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6:00 PM — 7:00 PM

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Ynysawdre Village Hall, Bridgend

AUG28

Community Meeting - Ynysawdre Hall

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6:00 PM — 7:00 PM

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Ynysawdre Village Hall, Bridgend

OCT23

Community Meeting - Ynysawdre Hall

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6:00 PM — 7:00 PM

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Ynysawdre Village Hall, Bridgend

NOV27

Community Meeting - Ynysawdre Hall

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6:00 PM — 7:00 PM

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Ynysawdre Village Hall, Bridgend

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