Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SN12 · Wiltshire
106
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
BA9 · Somerset
48
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Wincanton has less crime — 48 vs 106 incidents in February 2026.
Melksham recorded notably higher crime than Wincanton in February 2026 — 106 vs 48 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Melksham sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (23) and Criminal damage & arson (8), while Wincanton has more Public order (8) and Shoplifting (6). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Wincanton recorded fewer crimes than Melksham — 48 vs 106 incidents. That is 55% fewer crimes. Wincanton is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Melksham saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson while Wincanton had more Public order and Shoplifting. Overall, Wincanton recorded fewer total crimes (48 vs 106).