Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
BA6 · Somerset
100
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
SN3 · Swindon
235
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Glastonbury has less crime — 100 vs 235 incidents in February 2026.
Swindon recorded notably higher crime than Glastonbury in February 2026 — 235 vs 100 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Glastonbury sees higher rates of Shoplifting (13), while Swindon has more Public order (19). Glastonbury is below the national average while Swindon is above, making Glastonbury the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Glastonbury recorded fewer crimes than Swindon — 100 vs 235 incidents. That is 57% fewer crimes. Glastonbury is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Glastonbury saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Swindon had more Public order. Overall, Glastonbury recorded fewer total crimes (100 vs 235).