Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
BA15 · Wiltshire
27
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
SN5 · Swindon
83
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Bradford-on-Avon has less crime — 27 vs 83 incidents in February 2026.
Swindon recorded substantially more crime than Bradford-on-Avon in February 2026 — 83 incidents compared to 27, a 3.1x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bradford-on-Avon sees higher rates of Public order (8), while Swindon has more Criminal damage & arson (9). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Bradford-on-Avon recorded fewer crimes than Swindon — 27 vs 83 incidents. That is 67% 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 Swindon had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Bradford-on-Avon recorded fewer total crimes (27 vs 83).