Ballymena vs Mill Town — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Ballymena

BT43 · Ballymena

28

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Anti-social behaviour9
  • Violence & sexual offences7
  • Criminal damage & arson6

Mill Town

BT41 · Antrim

5

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Shoplifting3
  • Violence & sexual offences1
  • Weapons possession1

Mill Town has less crime — 5 vs 28 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Ballymena recorded substantially more crime than Mill Town in April 2026 — 28 incidents compared to 5, a 5.6x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Ballymena sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (9) and Criminal damage & arson (6), while Mill Town has more Shoplifting (3) and Weapons possession (1). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Ballymena or Mill Town safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Mill Town recorded fewer crimes than Ballymena — 5 vs 28 incidents. That is 82% fewer crimes. Mill Town is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Ballymena and Mill Town?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Ballymena saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson while Mill Town had more Shoplifting and Weapons possession. Overall, Mill Town recorded fewer total crimes (5 vs 28).

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