Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
BS20 · North Somerset
95
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
BA9 · Somerset
48
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Wincanton has less crime — 48 vs 95 incidents in February 2026.
Portbury recorded notably higher crime than Wincanton in February 2026 — 95 vs 48 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Portbury sees higher rates of Shoplifting (24), while Wincanton has more Public order (8). 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, Wincanton recorded fewer crimes than Portbury — 48 vs 95 incidents. That is 49% fewer crimes. Wincanton is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Portbury saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Wincanton had more Public order. Overall, Wincanton recorded fewer total crimes (48 vs 95).