Bradford-on-Avon vs Frome — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Bradford-on-Avon

BA15 · Wiltshire

73

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences25
  • Burglary16
  • Anti-social behaviour10

Frome

BA11 · Somerset

178

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences78
  • Anti-social behaviour26
  • Criminal damage & arson21

Bradford-on-Avon has less crime — 73 vs 178 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Frome recorded notably higher crime than Bradford-on-Avon in April 2026 — 178 vs 73 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bradford-on-Avon sees higher rates of Burglary (16), while Frome has more Criminal damage & arson (21). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Bradford-on-Avon or Frome safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Bradford-on-Avon recorded fewer crimes than Frome — 73 vs 178 incidents. That is 59% fewer crimes. Bradford-on-Avon is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Bradford-on-Avon and Frome?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Bradford-on-Avon saw higher rates of Burglary while Frome had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Bradford-on-Avon recorded fewer total crimes (73 vs 178).

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