Bristol vs Bristol — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Bristol

BS13 · City of Bristol

550

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences188
  • Anti-social behaviour104
  • Shoplifting81

Bristol

BS2 · City of Bristol

1,891

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences547
  • Anti-social behaviour324
  • Shoplifting186

Bristol has less crime — 550 vs 1,891 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Bristol recorded substantially more crime than Bristol in April 2026 — 1,891 incidents compared to 550, a 3.4x difference. Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their most common crime type, though Bristol records significantly more (547 vs 188 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 April 2026 Police data, Bristol recorded fewer crimes than Bristol — 550 vs 1,891 incidents. That is 71% 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 188 incidents of this type vs 547 in Bristol. Overall, Bristol had fewer total crimes (550 vs 1,891).

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