Banbridge vs Newcastle — 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

Newcastle

BT33 · Down

58

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Anti-social behaviour24
  • Violence & sexual offences13
  • Criminal damage & arson7

Banbridge has less crime — 5 vs 58 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Newcastle recorded substantially more crime than Banbridge in February 2026 — 58 incidents compared to 5, a 11.6x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Banbridge sees higher rates of Other theft (1), while Newcastle has more Anti-social behaviour (24) and Criminal damage & arson (7). 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 Newcastle safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Banbridge recorded fewer crimes than Newcastle — 5 vs 58 incidents. That is 91% fewer crimes. Banbridge is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Banbridge saw higher rates of Other theft while Newcastle had more Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Banbridge recorded fewer total crimes (5 vs 58).

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