Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
BS5 · City of Bristol
622
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
BS15 · South Gloucestershire
400
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Kingswood has less crime — 400 vs 622 incidents in February 2026.
Bristol recorded notably higher crime than Kingswood in February 2026 — 622 vs 400 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bristol sees higher rates of Public order (62), while Kingswood has more Shoplifting (44). 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 February 2026 Police data, Kingswood recorded fewer crimes than Bristol — 400 vs 622 incidents. That is 36% fewer crimes. Bristol is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Bristol saw higher rates of Public order while Kingswood had more Shoplifting. Overall, Kingswood recorded fewer total crimes (400 vs 622).