Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
BS30 · South Gloucestershire
83
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
BS27 · Somerset
38
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Cheddar has less crime — 38 vs 83 incidents in April 2026.
Bitton recorded notably higher crime than Cheddar in April 2026 — 83 vs 38 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bitton sees higher rates of Public order (14), while Cheddar has more Other theft (4). 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, Cheddar recorded fewer crimes than Bitton — 38 vs 83 incidents. That is 54% fewer crimes. Cheddar is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Bitton saw higher rates of Public order while Cheddar had more Other theft. Overall, Cheddar recorded fewer total crimes (38 vs 83).