Bangor vs Belfast — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Bangor

BT19 · North Down

161

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences55
  • Anti-social behaviour55
  • Criminal damage & arson16

Belfast

BT10 · Belfast

106

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

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

Belfast has less crime — 106 vs 161 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Bangor recorded notably higher crime than Belfast in April 2026 — 161 vs 106 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bangor sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (16), while Belfast has more 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 Bangor or Belfast safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Belfast recorded fewer crimes than Bangor — 106 vs 161 incidents. That is 34% fewer crimes.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Bangor saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while Belfast had more Shoplifting. Overall, Belfast recorded fewer total crimes (106 vs 161).

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