Wincanton vs Yate — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Wincanton

BA9 · Somerset

43

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences23
  • Shoplifting5
  • Other theft4

Yate

BS37 · South Gloucestershire

178

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences62
  • Shoplifting26
  • Anti-social behaviour22

Wincanton has less crime — 43 vs 178 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Yate recorded substantially more crime than Wincanton in April 2026 — 178 incidents compared to 43, a 4.1x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Wincanton sees higher rates of Other theft (4), while Yate has more Anti-social behaviour (22). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Wincanton or Yate safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Wincanton recorded fewer crimes than Yate — 43 vs 178 incidents. That is 76% fewer crimes. Wincanton is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Wincanton saw higher rates of Other theft while Yate had more Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Wincanton recorded fewer total crimes (43 vs 178).

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