Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
BS30 · South Gloucestershire
83
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
BS20 · North Somerset
134
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
Bitton has less crime — 83 vs 134 incidents in April 2026.
Portbury recorded notably higher crime than Bitton in April 2026 — 134 vs 83 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bitton sees higher rates of Public order (14), while Portbury has more Shoplifting (32). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Bitton recorded fewer crimes than Portbury — 83 vs 134 incidents. That is 38% fewer crimes. Bitton 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 Portbury had more Shoplifting. Overall, Bitton recorded fewer total crimes (83 vs 134).