Bishopston vs Sketty — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Bishopston

SA3 · Swansea

1

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Anti-social behaviour1

Sketty

SA2 · Swansea

78

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences36
  • Criminal damage & arson8
  • Other theft6

Bishopston has less crime — 1 vs 78 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Sketty recorded substantially more crime than Bishopston in February 2026 — 78 incidents compared to 1, a 78.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bishopston sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (1), while Sketty has more Violence & sexual offences (36) and Criminal damage & arson (8). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Bishopston or Sketty safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Bishopston recorded fewer crimes than Sketty — 1 vs 78 incidents. That is 99% fewer crimes. Bishopston is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Bishopston and Sketty?

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Bishopston saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour while Sketty had more Violence & sexual offences and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Bishopston recorded fewer total crimes (1 vs 78).

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