Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
BS14 · City of Bristol
243
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
BS15 · South Gloucestershire
331
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Bristol has less crime — 243 vs 331 incidents in April 2026.
Kingswood saw somewhat more crime than Bristol in April 2026 (331 vs 243 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bristol sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (20), 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 — 243 vs 331 incidents. That is 27% fewer crimes. Kingswood is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Bristol saw higher rates of Vehicle crime while Kingswood had more Public order. Overall, Bristol recorded fewer total crimes (243 vs 331).