Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SN16 · Wiltshire
16
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
BA9 · Somerset
48
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Malmesbury has less crime — 16 vs 48 incidents in February 2026.
Wincanton recorded substantially more crime than Malmesbury in February 2026 — 48 incidents compared to 16, a 3.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Malmesbury sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (3) and Other theft (2), while Wincanton has more Public order (8) and Shoplifting (6). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Malmesbury recorded fewer crimes than Wincanton — 16 vs 48 incidents. That is 67% fewer crimes. Malmesbury is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Malmesbury saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Other theft while Wincanton had more Public order and Shoplifting. Overall, Malmesbury recorded fewer total crimes (16 vs 48).