Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
BA10 · Somerset
15
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
BA9 · Somerset
48
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Bruton has less crime — 15 vs 48 incidents in February 2026.
Wincanton recorded substantially more crime than Bruton in February 2026 — 48 incidents compared to 15, a 3.2x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bruton sees higher rates of Other theft (2) and Criminal damage & arson (2), while Wincanton has more Public order (8) and Shoplifting (6). 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, Bruton recorded fewer crimes than Wincanton — 15 vs 48 incidents. That is 69% fewer crimes. Bruton is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Bruton saw higher rates of Other theft and Criminal damage & arson while Wincanton had more Public order and Shoplifting. Overall, Bruton recorded fewer total crimes (15 vs 48).