Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
BS7 · City of Bristol
454
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
BS15 · South Gloucestershire
400
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Kingswood has less crime — 400 vs 454 incidents in February 2026.
Bristol and Kingswood recorded very similar overall crime levels in February 2026 — 454 and 400 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bristol sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (40), 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 454 incidents. That is 12% fewer crimes. Bristol is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Bristol saw higher rates of Vehicle crime while Kingswood had more Shoplifting. Overall, Kingswood recorded fewer total crimes (400 vs 454).