Antrim vs Ballymena — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Antrim

BT29 · Antrim

22

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences9
  • Anti-social behaviour4
  • Criminal damage & arson3

Ballymena

BT44 · Ballymena

2

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences2

Ballymena has less crime — 2 vs 22 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Antrim recorded substantially more crime than Ballymena in April 2026 — 22 incidents compared to 2, a 11.0x difference. Both areas share a near-identical crime profile, with Violence & sexual offences dominating in each. Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Antrim or Ballymena safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Ballymena recorded fewer crimes than Antrim — 2 vs 22 incidents. That is 91% fewer crimes. Ballymena is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Antrim and Ballymena?

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In April 2026, Antrim recorded 9 incidents of this type vs 2 in Ballymena. Total crime levels were broadly similar.

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