Ballycastle vs Banbridge — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Ballycastle

BT54 · Moyle

38

crimes in March 2026

Below national average

  • Anti-social behaviour15
  • Violence & sexual offences14
  • Criminal damage & arson4

Banbridge

BT25 · Banbridge

4

crimes in March 2026

Below national average

  • Anti-social behaviour2
  • Violence & sexual offences2

Banbridge has less crime — 4 vs 38 incidents in March 2026.

What the data shows

Ballycastle recorded substantially more crime than Banbridge in March 2026 — 38 incidents compared to 4, a 9.5x difference. Both areas share a near-identical crime profile, with Anti-social behaviour dominating in each. Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Ballycastle or Banbridge safer?

Based on March 2026 Police data, Banbridge recorded fewer crimes than Ballycastle — 4 vs 38 incidents. That is 89% fewer crimes. Banbridge is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Ballycastle and Banbridge?

Both areas share Anti-social behaviour as their top crime category. In March 2026, Ballycastle recorded 15 incidents of this type vs 2 in Banbridge. Overall, Banbridge had fewer total crimes (4 vs 38).

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