Melksham vs Trowbridge — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Melksham

SN12 · Wiltshire

128

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences48
  • Anti-social behaviour41
  • Criminal damage & arson15

Trowbridge

BA14 · Wiltshire

307

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences98
  • Anti-social behaviour78
  • Shoplifting35

Melksham has less crime — 128 vs 307 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Trowbridge recorded notably higher crime than Melksham in April 2026 — 307 vs 128 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Melksham sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (15), while Trowbridge has more Shoplifting (35). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Melksham or Trowbridge safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Melksham recorded fewer crimes than Trowbridge — 128 vs 307 incidents. That is 58% fewer crimes. Trowbridge is above the national average.

What are the main differences in crime between Melksham and Trowbridge?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Melksham saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while Trowbridge had more Shoplifting. Overall, Melksham recorded fewer total crimes (128 vs 307).

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