Ballymena vs Holywood — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Ballymena

BT44 · Ballymena

2

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences2

Holywood

BT18 · North Down

34

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Anti-social behaviour17
  • Violence & sexual offences6
  • Criminal damage & arson5

Ballymena has less crime — 2 vs 34 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Holywood recorded substantially more crime than Ballymena in April 2026 — 34 incidents compared to 2, a 17.0x difference. 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 Holywood safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Ballymena recorded fewer crimes than Holywood — 2 vs 34 incidents. That is 94% fewer crimes. Ballymena is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Ballymena and Holywood?

In April 2026, Ballymena's top crime category was Violence & sexual offences (2 incidents) while Holywood's was Anti-social behaviour (17 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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