Bradford-on-Avon vs Bradley Stoke — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Bradford-on-Avon

BA15 · Wiltshire

27

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences13
  • Public order8
  • Anti-social behaviour3

Bradley Stoke

BS32 · South Gloucestershire

100

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences30
  • Shoplifting17
  • Anti-social behaviour12

Bradford-on-Avon has less crime — 27 vs 100 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Bradley Stoke recorded substantially more crime than Bradford-on-Avon in February 2026 — 100 incidents compared to 27, a 3.7x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bradford-on-Avon sees higher rates of Public order (8), while Bradley Stoke has more Shoplifting (17). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Bradford-on-Avon or Bradley Stoke safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Bradford-on-Avon recorded fewer crimes than Bradley Stoke — 27 vs 100 incidents. That is 73% fewer crimes. Bradford-on-Avon is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Bradford-on-Avon and Bradley Stoke?

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Bradford-on-Avon saw higher rates of Public order while Bradley Stoke had more Shoplifting. Overall, Bradford-on-Avon recorded fewer total crimes (27 vs 100).

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