Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SN12 · Wiltshire
128
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
BA5 · Somerset
84
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
St Cuthbert Out has less crime — 84 vs 128 incidents in April 2026.
Melksham recorded notably higher crime than St Cuthbert Out in April 2026 — 128 vs 84 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Melksham sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (41) and Criminal damage & arson (15), while St Cuthbert Out has more Shoplifting (13) and Public order (13). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, St Cuthbert Out recorded fewer crimes than Melksham — 84 vs 128 incidents. That is 34% fewer crimes. St Cuthbert Out is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Melksham saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson while St Cuthbert Out had more Shoplifting and Public order. Overall, St Cuthbert Out recorded fewer total crimes (84 vs 128).