Antrim vs Bangor — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Antrim

BT29 · Antrim

28

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences12
  • Anti-social behaviour4
  • Criminal damage & arson4

Bangor

BT19 · North Down

160

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Anti-social behaviour67
  • Violence & sexual offences45
  • Criminal damage & arson15

Antrim has less crime — 28 vs 160 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Bangor recorded substantially more crime than Antrim in February 2026 — 160 incidents compared to 28, a 5.7x difference. Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Antrim or Bangor safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Antrim recorded fewer crimes than Bangor — 28 vs 160 incidents. That is 83% fewer crimes. Antrim is also below the national average for crime.

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

In February 2026, Antrim's top crime category was Violence & sexual offences (12 incidents) while Bangor's was Anti-social behaviour (67 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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