Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
BS8 · City of Bristol
351
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
BS15 · South Gloucestershire
400
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Bristol has less crime — 351 vs 400 incidents in February 2026.
Bristol and Kingswood recorded very similar overall crime levels in February 2026 — 351 and 400 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bristol sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (39), while Kingswood has more Shoplifting (44). Both areas are above the national average for recorded crime; the full 24-month reports break down the trends and outcomes in detail.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Bristol recorded fewer crimes than Kingswood — 351 vs 400 incidents. That is 12% fewer crimes. Kingswood is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Bristol saw higher rates of Vehicle crime while Kingswood had more Shoplifting. Overall, Bristol recorded fewer total crimes (351 vs 400).