Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SN2 · Swindon
239
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
BA14 · Wiltshire
233
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Trowbridge has less crime — 233 vs 239 incidents in February 2026.
Swindon and Trowbridge recorded very similar overall crime levels in February 2026 — 239 and 233 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Swindon sees higher rates of Public order (18), while Trowbridge has more Shoplifting (35). Both areas are above the national average for recorded crime; the full 24-month reports break down the trends and outcomes in detail.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Trowbridge recorded fewer crimes than Swindon — 233 vs 239 incidents. That is 3% fewer crimes. Swindon is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Swindon saw higher rates of Public order while Trowbridge had more Shoplifting. Overall, Trowbridge recorded fewer total crimes (233 vs 239).