Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SN11 · Wiltshire
80
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
SN2 · Swindon
261
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Calne has less crime — 80 vs 261 incidents in April 2026.
Swindon recorded substantially more crime than Calne in April 2026 — 261 incidents compared to 80, a 3.3x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Calne sees higher rates of Other theft (6), while Swindon has more Public order (25). Calne is below the national average while Swindon is above, making Calne the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Calne recorded fewer crimes than Swindon — 80 vs 261 incidents. That is 69% 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 Swindon had more Public order. Overall, Calne recorded fewer total crimes (80 vs 261).