Ballycastle vs Craigavon — 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

Craigavon

BT65 · Craigavon

66

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Anti-social behaviour24
  • Violence & sexual offences18
  • Shoplifting6

Ballycastle has less crime — 26 vs 66 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Craigavon recorded substantially more crime than Ballycastle in February 2026 — 66 incidents compared to 26, a 2.5x 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 Craigavon safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Ballycastle recorded fewer crimes than Craigavon — 26 vs 66 incidents. That is 61% fewer crimes. Ballycastle is also below the national average for crime.

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

Both areas share Anti-social behaviour as their top crime category. In February 2026, Ballycastle recorded 8 incidents of this type vs 24 in Craigavon. Overall, Ballycastle had fewer total crimes (26 vs 66).

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