Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
BS29 · North Somerset
21
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
BA14 · Wiltshire
233
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Banwell has less crime — 21 vs 233 incidents in February 2026.
Trowbridge recorded substantially more crime than Banwell in February 2026 — 233 incidents compared to 21, a 11.1x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Banwell sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (3) and Other theft (2), while Trowbridge has more Anti-social behaviour (55) and Shoplifting (35). Banwell is below the national average while Trowbridge is above, making Banwell the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Banwell recorded fewer crimes than Trowbridge — 21 vs 233 incidents. That is 91% fewer crimes. Banwell is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Banwell saw higher rates of Vehicle crime and Other theft while Trowbridge had more Anti-social behaviour and Shoplifting. Overall, Banwell recorded fewer total crimes (21 vs 233).