Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SN16 · Wiltshire
35
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
BA13 · Wiltshire
62
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Malmesbury has less crime — 35 vs 62 incidents in April 2026.
Westbury recorded notably higher crime than Malmesbury in April 2026 — 62 vs 35 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Malmesbury sees higher rates of Other theft (5) and Shoplifting (5), while Westbury has more Anti-social behaviour (15) and Criminal damage & arson (10). 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, Malmesbury recorded fewer crimes than Westbury — 35 vs 62 incidents. That is 44% 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 Westbury had more Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Malmesbury recorded fewer total crimes (35 vs 62).