Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SN12 · Wiltshire
106
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
SN4 · Swindon
4
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Wroughton has less crime — 4 vs 106 incidents in February 2026.
Melksham recorded substantially more crime than Wroughton in February 2026 — 106 incidents compared to 4, a 26.5x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Melksham sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (8), while Wroughton has more Public order (1). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
Full reports cover 24 months of trends, ward breakdowns, outcome rates, and a detailed safety score — from £4.99.
Based on February 2026 Police data, Wroughton recorded fewer crimes than Melksham — 4 vs 106 incidents. That is 96% fewer crimes. Wroughton is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Melksham saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while Wroughton had more Public order. Overall, Wroughton recorded fewer total crimes (4 vs 106).