Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
BS10 · City of Bristol
317
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
BS15 · South Gloucestershire
331
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Bristol has less crime — 317 vs 331 incidents in April 2026.
Bristol and Kingswood recorded very similar overall crime levels in April 2026 — 317 and 331 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bristol sees higher rates of Shoplifting (36), while Kingswood has more Public order (31). 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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Based on April 2026 Police data, Bristol recorded fewer crimes than Kingswood — 317 vs 331 incidents. That is 4% fewer crimes. Kingswood is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Bristol saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Kingswood had more Public order. Overall, Bristol recorded fewer total crimes (317 vs 331).