Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
BA15 · Wiltshire
27
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
SN12 · Wiltshire
106
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Bradford-on-Avon has less crime — 27 vs 106 incidents in February 2026.
Melksham recorded substantially more crime than Bradford-on-Avon in February 2026 — 106 incidents compared to 27, a 3.9x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bradford-on-Avon sees higher rates of Public order (8), while Melksham has more Criminal damage & arson (8). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Bradford-on-Avon recorded fewer crimes than Melksham — 27 vs 106 incidents. That is 75% fewer crimes. Bradford-on-Avon is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Bradford-on-Avon saw higher rates of Public order while Melksham had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Bradford-on-Avon recorded fewer total crimes (27 vs 106).