Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SN16 · Wiltshire
35
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
SN3 · Swindon
261
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Malmesbury has less crime — 35 vs 261 incidents in April 2026.
Swindon recorded substantially more crime than Malmesbury in April 2026 — 261 incidents compared to 35, a 7.5x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Malmesbury sees higher rates of Other theft (5) and Shoplifting (5), while Swindon has more Anti-social behaviour (55) and Public order (21). Malmesbury is below the national average while Swindon is above, making Malmesbury the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Malmesbury recorded fewer crimes than Swindon — 35 vs 261 incidents. That is 87% fewer crimes. Malmesbury is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Malmesbury saw higher rates of Other theft and Shoplifting while Swindon had more Anti-social behaviour and Public order. Overall, Malmesbury recorded fewer total crimes (35 vs 261).