Bristol vs Kingswood — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Bristol

BS7 · City of Bristol

370

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences126
  • Anti-social behaviour57
  • Public order33

Kingswood

BS15 · South Gloucestershire

331

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences115
  • Anti-social behaviour39
  • Public order31

Kingswood has less crime — 331 vs 370 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Bristol and Kingswood recorded very similar overall crime levels in April 2026 — 370 and 331 incidents respectively. Both areas share a near-identical crime profile, with Violence & sexual offences dominating in each. 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 Kingswood safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Kingswood recorded fewer crimes than Bristol — 331 vs 370 incidents. That is 11% fewer crimes. Bristol is above the national average.

What are the main differences in crime between Bristol and Kingswood?

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In April 2026, Bristol recorded 126 incidents of this type vs 115 in Kingswood. Overall, Kingswood had fewer total crimes (331 vs 370).

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