Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
BA15 · Wiltshire
73
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
SN12 · Wiltshire
128
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
Bradford-on-Avon has less crime — 73 vs 128 incidents in April 2026.
Melksham recorded notably higher crime than Bradford-on-Avon in April 2026 — 128 vs 73 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bradford-on-Avon sees higher rates of Burglary (16), while Melksham has more Criminal damage & arson (15). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Bradford-on-Avon recorded fewer crimes than Melksham — 73 vs 128 incidents. That is 43% fewer crimes. Bradford-on-Avon is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Bradford-on-Avon saw higher rates of Burglary while Melksham had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Bradford-on-Avon recorded fewer total crimes (73 vs 128).