Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
BS27 · Somerset
38
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
BA9 · Somerset
43
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Cheddar has less crime — 38 vs 43 incidents in April 2026.
Cheddar and Wincanton recorded very similar overall crime levels in April 2026 — 38 and 43 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Cheddar sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (9), while Wincanton has more Shoplifting (5). 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, Cheddar recorded fewer crimes than Wincanton — 38 vs 43 incidents. That is 12% fewer crimes. Cheddar is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Cheddar saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour while Wincanton had more Shoplifting. Overall, Cheddar recorded fewer total crimes (38 vs 43).