Swindon vs Wincanton — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Swindon

SN5 · Swindon

82

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences36
  • Shoplifting10
  • Public order7

Wincanton

BA9 · Somerset

43

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences23
  • Shoplifting5
  • Other theft4

Wincanton has less crime — 43 vs 82 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Swindon recorded notably higher crime than Wincanton in April 2026 — 82 vs 43 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Swindon sees higher rates of Public order (7), while Wincanton has more Other theft (4). 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 Wincanton safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Wincanton recorded fewer crimes than Swindon — 43 vs 82 incidents. That is 48% fewer crimes. Wincanton is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Swindon saw higher rates of Public order while Wincanton had more Other theft. Overall, Wincanton recorded fewer total crimes (43 vs 82).

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