Ballycastle vs Bushmills — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Ballycastle

BT54 · Moyle

26

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Anti-social behaviour8
  • Violence & sexual offences7
  • Shoplifting4

Bushmills

BT57 · Moyle

2

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Anti-social behaviour2

Bushmills has less crime — 2 vs 26 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Ballycastle recorded substantially more crime than Bushmills in February 2026 — 26 incidents compared to 2, a 13.0x 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 Bushmills safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Bushmills recorded fewer crimes than Ballycastle — 2 vs 26 incidents. That is 92% fewer crimes. Bushmills is also below the national average for crime.

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

Both areas share Anti-social behaviour as their top crime category. In February 2026, Ballycastle recorded 8 incidents of this type vs 2 in Bushmills. Total crime levels were broadly similar.

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