Ballymoney vs Portrush — 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

Portrush

BT56 · Coleraine

75

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Anti-social behaviour40
  • Violence & sexual offences19
  • Criminal damage & arson8

Ballymoney has less crime — 1 vs 75 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Portrush recorded substantially more crime than Ballymoney in April 2026 — 75 incidents compared to 1, a 75.0x 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 Portrush safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Ballymoney recorded fewer crimes than Portrush — 1 vs 75 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 Portrush?

In April 2026, Ballymoney's top crime category was Criminal damage & arson (1 incidents) while Portrush's was Anti-social behaviour (40 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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