Banbridge vs Belfast — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Banbridge

BT32 · Banbridge

5

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences4
  • Other theft1

Belfast

BT5 · Belfast

134

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Anti-social behaviour47
  • Violence & sexual offences44
  • Criminal damage & arson12

Banbridge has less crime — 5 vs 134 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Belfast recorded substantially more crime than Banbridge in February 2026 — 134 incidents compared to 5, a 26.8x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Banbridge sees higher rates of Other theft (1), while Belfast has more Anti-social behaviour (47) and Criminal damage & arson (12). 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 February 2026 Police data, Banbridge recorded fewer crimes than Belfast — 5 vs 134 incidents. That is 96% 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 February 2026, Banbridge saw higher rates of Other theft while Belfast had more Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Banbridge recorded fewer total crimes (5 vs 134).

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