Bristol vs Bristol — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Bristol

BS7 · City of Bristol

454

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences196
  • Anti-social behaviour44
  • Vehicle crime40

Bristol

BS8 · City of Bristol

351

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences92
  • Anti-social behaviour47
  • Vehicle crime39

Bristol has less crime — 351 vs 454 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Bristol saw somewhat more crime than Bristol in February 2026 (454 vs 351 incidents). Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their most common crime type, though Bristol records significantly more (196 vs 92 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 February 2026 Police data, Bristol recorded fewer crimes than Bristol — 351 vs 454 incidents. That is 23% 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 February 2026, Bristol recorded 196 incidents of this type vs 92 in Bristol. Overall, Bristol had fewer total crimes (351 vs 454).

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