Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SA3 · Swansea
13
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
SA42 · Pembrokeshire
6
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Newport has less crime — 6 vs 13 incidents in April 2026.
Bishopston recorded notably higher crime than Newport in April 2026 — 13 vs 6 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bishopston sees higher rates of Public order (3) and Other theft (2), while Newport has more Anti-social behaviour (1) and Criminal damage & arson (1). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Newport recorded fewer crimes than Bishopston — 6 vs 13 incidents. That is 54% fewer crimes. Newport is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Bishopston saw higher rates of Public order and Other theft while Newport had more Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Newport recorded fewer total crimes (6 vs 13).