Banbridge vs Belfast — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Banbridge

BT32 · Banbridge

13

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences4
  • Other theft3
  • Criminal damage & arson3

Belfast

BT10 · Belfast

106

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences33
  • Anti-social behaviour29
  • Shoplifting11

Banbridge has less crime — 13 vs 106 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Belfast recorded substantially more crime than Banbridge in April 2026 — 106 incidents compared to 13, a 8.2x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Banbridge sees higher rates of Other theft (3) and Criminal damage & arson (3), while Belfast has more Anti-social behaviour (29) and Shoplifting (11). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Banbridge or Belfast safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Banbridge recorded fewer crimes than Belfast — 13 vs 106 incidents. That is 88% fewer crimes. Banbridge is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Banbridge saw higher rates of Other theft and Criminal damage & arson while Belfast had more Anti-social behaviour and Shoplifting. Overall, Banbridge recorded fewer total crimes (13 vs 106).

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