Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SN11 · Wiltshire
80
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
SN12 · Wiltshire
128
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
Calne has less crime — 80 vs 128 incidents in April 2026.
Melksham recorded notably higher crime than Calne in April 2026 — 128 vs 80 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Calne sees higher rates of Other theft (6), 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, Calne recorded fewer crimes than Melksham — 80 vs 128 incidents. That is 38% fewer crimes. Calne is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Calne saw higher rates of Other theft while Melksham had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Calne recorded fewer total crimes (80 vs 128).