Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
BA7 · Somerset
35
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
SN5 · Swindon
82
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Castle Cary has less crime — 35 vs 82 incidents in April 2026.
Swindon recorded notably higher crime than Castle Cary in April 2026 — 82 vs 35 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Castle Cary sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (3) and Criminal damage & arson (3), 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, Castle Cary recorded fewer crimes than Swindon — 35 vs 82 incidents. That is 57% fewer crimes. Castle Cary is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Castle Cary saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson while Swindon had more Shoplifting and Public order. Overall, Castle Cary recorded fewer total crimes (35 vs 82).