Banbridge vs Portrush — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Banbridge

BT25 · Banbridge

4

crimes in March 2026

Below national average

  • Anti-social behaviour2
  • Violence & sexual offences2

Portrush

BT56 · Coleraine

60

crimes in March 2026

Below national average

  • Anti-social behaviour25
  • Violence & sexual offences11
  • Criminal damage & arson8

Banbridge has less crime — 4 vs 60 incidents in March 2026.

What the data shows

Portrush recorded substantially more crime than Banbridge in March 2026 — 60 incidents compared to 4, a 15.0x difference. Both areas share Anti-social behaviour as their most common crime type, though Portrush records significantly more (25 vs 2 incidents). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Banbridge or Portrush safer?

Based on March 2026 Police data, Banbridge recorded fewer crimes than Portrush — 4 vs 60 incidents. That is 93% fewer crimes. Banbridge is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Banbridge and Portrush?

Both areas share Anti-social behaviour as their top crime category. In March 2026, Banbridge recorded 2 incidents of this type vs 25 in Portrush. Overall, Banbridge had fewer total crimes (4 vs 60).

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