Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SN5 · Swindon
82
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
BA9 · Somerset
43
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Wincanton has less crime — 43 vs 82 incidents in April 2026.
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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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.
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).