Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
BS29 · North Somerset
21
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
BS22 · North Somerset
165
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Banwell has less crime — 21 vs 165 incidents in February 2026.
Weston-Super-Mare recorded substantially more crime than Banwell in February 2026 — 165 incidents compared to 21, a 7.9x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Banwell sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (3) and Other theft (2), while Weston-Super-Mare has more Anti-social behaviour (24) and Shoplifting (19). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Banwell recorded fewer crimes than Weston-Super-Mare — 21 vs 165 incidents. That is 87% 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 Weston-Super-Mare had more Anti-social behaviour and Shoplifting. Overall, Banwell recorded fewer total crimes (21 vs 165).