Ards vs Magherafelt — 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

Magherafelt

BT45 · Magherafelt

8

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Anti-social behaviour3
  • Violence & sexual offences2
  • Drugs1

Ards has less crime — 7 vs 8 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Ards and Magherafelt recorded very similar overall crime levels in April 2026 — 7 and 8 incidents respectively. 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 Magherafelt safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Ards recorded fewer crimes than Magherafelt — 7 vs 8 incidents. That is 13% fewer crimes. Ards is also below the national average for crime.

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

In April 2026, Ards's top crime category was Violence & sexual offences (4 incidents) while Magherafelt's was Anti-social behaviour (3 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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