Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
BS30 · South Gloucestershire
83
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
BA9 · Somerset
43
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Wincanton has less crime — 43 vs 83 incidents in April 2026.
Bitton recorded notably higher crime than Wincanton in April 2026 — 83 vs 43 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bitton sees higher rates of Public order (14) and Anti-social behaviour (8), 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, Wincanton recorded fewer crimes than Bitton — 43 vs 83 incidents. That is 48% fewer crimes. Wincanton is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Bitton saw higher rates of Public order and Anti-social behaviour while Wincanton had more Shoplifting and Other theft. Overall, Wincanton recorded fewer total crimes (43 vs 83).