Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
BS29 · North Somerset
13
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
BA9 · Somerset
43
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Banwell has less crime — 13 vs 43 incidents in April 2026.
Wincanton recorded substantially more crime than Banwell in April 2026 — 43 incidents compared to 13, a 3.3x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Banwell sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (5) and Anti-social behaviour (2), while Wincanton has more Shoplifting (5) and Other theft (4). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Banwell recorded fewer crimes than Wincanton — 13 vs 43 incidents. That is 70% fewer crimes. Banwell is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Banwell saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson and Anti-social behaviour while Wincanton had more Shoplifting and Other theft. Overall, Banwell recorded fewer total crimes (13 vs 43).