Swindon vs Westbury — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Swindon

SN5 · Swindon

83

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences30
  • Anti-social behaviour14
  • Criminal damage & arson9

Westbury

BA13 · Wiltshire

71

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences37
  • Anti-social behaviour10
  • Criminal damage & arson6

Westbury has less crime — 71 vs 83 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Swindon saw somewhat more crime than Westbury in February 2026 (83 vs 71 incidents). Both areas share a near-identical crime profile, with Violence & sexual offences dominating in each. Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Swindon or Westbury safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Westbury recorded fewer crimes than Swindon — 71 vs 83 incidents. That is 14% fewer crimes. Westbury is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Swindon and Westbury?

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In February 2026, Swindon recorded 30 incidents of this type vs 37 in Westbury. Total crime levels were broadly similar.

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