Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
BA13 · Wiltshire
71
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
BA9 · Somerset
48
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Wincanton has less crime — 48 vs 71 incidents in February 2026.
Westbury saw somewhat more crime than Wincanton in February 2026 (71 vs 48 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Westbury sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (10) and Criminal damage & arson (6), while Wincanton has more Public order (8) and Shoplifting (6). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Wincanton recorded fewer crimes than Westbury — 48 vs 71 incidents. That is 32% fewer crimes. Wincanton is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Westbury saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson while Wincanton had more Public order and Shoplifting. Overall, Wincanton recorded fewer total crimes (48 vs 71).