Bristol vs Bristol — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Bristol

BS10 · City of Bristol

317

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences119
  • Anti-social behaviour38
  • Shoplifting36

Bristol

BS8 · City of Bristol

428

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences110
  • Anti-social behaviour57
  • Shoplifting54

Bristol has less crime — 317 vs 428 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Bristol saw somewhat more crime than Bristol in April 2026 (428 vs 317 incidents). Both areas share a near-identical crime profile, with Violence & sexual offences dominating in each. 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 April 2026 Police data, Bristol recorded fewer crimes than Bristol — 317 vs 428 incidents. That is 26% 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 April 2026, Bristol recorded 119 incidents of this type vs 110 in Bristol. Overall, Bristol had fewer total crimes (317 vs 428).

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