Ballymoney vs Larne — 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

Larne

BT40 · Larne

102

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Anti-social behaviour45
  • Violence & sexual offences29
  • Drugs9

Ballymoney has less crime — 1 vs 102 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Larne recorded substantially more crime than Ballymoney in April 2026 — 102 incidents compared to 1, a 102.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Ballymoney sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (1), while Larne has more Anti-social behaviour (45) and Violence & sexual offences (29). 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 Larne safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Ballymoney recorded fewer crimes than Larne — 1 vs 102 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 Larne?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Ballymoney saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while Larne had more Anti-social behaviour and Violence & sexual offences. Overall, Ballymoney recorded fewer total crimes (1 vs 102).

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