Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
BA15 · Wiltshire
73
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
SN5 · Swindon
82
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Bradford-on-Avon has less crime — 73 vs 82 incidents in April 2026.
Bradford-on-Avon and Swindon recorded very similar overall crime levels in April 2026 — 73 and 82 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bradford-on-Avon sees higher rates of Burglary (16) and Anti-social behaviour (10), while Swindon has more Shoplifting (10) and Public order (7). 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, Bradford-on-Avon recorded fewer crimes than Swindon — 73 vs 82 incidents. That is 11% 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 and Anti-social behaviour while Swindon had more Shoplifting and Public order. Overall, Bradford-on-Avon recorded fewer total crimes (73 vs 82).