Ballymoney vs Downpatrick — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Ballymoney

BT53 · Ballymoney

1

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Criminal damage & arson1

Downpatrick

BT30 · Down

87

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences25
  • Anti-social behaviour25
  • Criminal damage & arson11

Ballymoney has less crime — 1 vs 87 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Downpatrick recorded substantially more crime than Ballymoney in April 2026 — 87 incidents compared to 1, a 87.0x 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 Ballymoney or Downpatrick safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Ballymoney recorded fewer crimes than Downpatrick — 1 vs 87 incidents. That is 99% fewer crimes. Ballymoney is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Ballymoney and Downpatrick?

In April 2026, Ballymoney's top crime category was Criminal damage & arson (1 incidents) while Downpatrick's was Violence & sexual offences (25 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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