Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
BA9 · Somerset
43
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
BS25 · North Somerset
25
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Winscombe has less crime — 25 vs 43 incidents in April 2026.
Wincanton recorded notably higher crime than Winscombe in April 2026 — 43 vs 25 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Wincanton sees higher rates of Shoplifting (5) and Other theft (4), while Winscombe has more Anti-social behaviour (4) and Public order (3). 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, Winscombe recorded fewer crimes than Wincanton — 25 vs 43 incidents. That is 42% fewer crimes. Winscombe is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Wincanton saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Other theft while Winscombe had more Anti-social behaviour and Public order. Overall, Winscombe recorded fewer total crimes (25 vs 43).