Antrim vs Portrush — 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

Portrush

BT56 · Coleraine

75

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Anti-social behaviour40
  • Violence & sexual offences19
  • Criminal damage & arson8

Antrim has less crime — 22 vs 75 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Portrush recorded substantially more crime than Antrim in April 2026 — 75 incidents compared to 22, a 3.4x difference. 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 Portrush safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Antrim recorded fewer crimes than Portrush — 22 vs 75 incidents. That is 71% fewer crimes. Antrim is also below the national average for crime.

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

In April 2026, Antrim's top crime category was Violence & sexual offences (9 incidents) while Portrush's was Anti-social behaviour (40 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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