Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
BS29 · North Somerset
21
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
BS15 · South Gloucestershire
400
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Banwell has less crime — 21 vs 400 incidents in February 2026.
Kingswood recorded substantially more crime than Banwell in February 2026 — 400 incidents compared to 21, a 19.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Banwell sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (3) and Other theft (2), while Kingswood has more Shoplifting (44) and Anti-social behaviour (42). Banwell is below the national average while Kingswood is above, making Banwell the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Banwell recorded fewer crimes than Kingswood — 21 vs 400 incidents. That is 95% fewer crimes. Banwell is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Banwell saw higher rates of Vehicle crime and Other theft while Kingswood had more Shoplifting and Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Banwell recorded fewer total crimes (21 vs 400).