Ards vs Belfast — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Ards

BT22 · Ards

1

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Other theft1

Belfast

BT10 · Belfast

106

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences33
  • Anti-social behaviour29
  • Shoplifting11

Ards has less crime — 1 vs 106 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Belfast recorded substantially more crime than Ards in April 2026 — 106 incidents compared to 1, a 106.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Ards sees higher rates of Other theft (1), while Belfast has more Violence & sexual offences (33) and Anti-social behaviour (29). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Ards or Belfast safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Ards recorded fewer crimes than Belfast — 1 vs 106 incidents. That is 99% fewer crimes. Ards is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Ards and Belfast?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Ards saw higher rates of Other theft while Belfast had more Violence & sexual offences and Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Ards recorded fewer total crimes (1 vs 106).

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