Ards vs Donaghadee — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Ards

BT23 · Ards

7

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences4
  • Anti-social behaviour3

Donaghadee

BT21 · Ards

30

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Anti-social behaviour19
  • Violence & sexual offences5
  • Criminal damage & arson3

Ards has less crime — 7 vs 30 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Donaghadee recorded substantially more crime than Ards in April 2026 — 30 incidents compared to 7, a 4.3x 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 Ards or Donaghadee safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Ards recorded fewer crimes than Donaghadee — 7 vs 30 incidents. That is 77% fewer crimes. Ards is also below the national average for crime.

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

In April 2026, Ards's top crime category was Violence & sexual offences (4 incidents) while Donaghadee's was Anti-social behaviour (19 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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