Bristol vs Bristol — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Bristol

BS1 · City of Bristol

1,682

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences483
  • Anti-social behaviour325
  • Public order159

Bristol

BS5 · City of Bristol

622

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences222
  • Anti-social behaviour85
  • Public order62

Bristol has less crime — 622 vs 1,682 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Bristol recorded substantially more crime than Bristol in February 2026 — 1,682 incidents compared to 622, a 2.7x difference. Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their most common crime type, though Bristol records significantly more (483 vs 222 incidents). Both areas are above the national average for recorded crime; the full 24-month reports break down the trends and outcomes in detail.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Bristol or Bristol safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Bristol recorded fewer crimes than Bristol — 622 vs 1,682 incidents. That is 63% fewer crimes. Bristol is above the national average.

What are the main differences in crime between Bristol and Bristol?

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In February 2026, Bristol recorded 483 incidents of this type vs 222 in Bristol. Overall, Bristol had fewer total crimes (622 vs 1,682).

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