Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
BS36 · South Gloucestershire
51
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
BS20 · North Somerset
95
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Frampton Cotterell has less crime — 51 vs 95 incidents in February 2026.
Portbury recorded notably higher crime than Frampton Cotterell in February 2026 — 95 vs 51 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Frampton Cotterell sees higher rates of Burglary (16) and Public order (5), while Portbury has more Shoplifting (24) and Anti-social behaviour (19). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Frampton Cotterell recorded fewer crimes than Portbury — 51 vs 95 incidents. That is 46% fewer crimes. Frampton Cotterell is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Frampton Cotterell saw higher rates of Burglary and Public order while Portbury had more Shoplifting and Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Frampton Cotterell recorded fewer total crimes (51 vs 95).