Bangor vs Belfast — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Bangor

BT19 · North Down

160

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Anti-social behaviour67
  • Violence & sexual offences45
  • Criminal damage & arson15

Belfast

BT15 · Belfast

393

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences118
  • Anti-social behaviour114
  • Criminal damage & arson48

Bangor has less crime — 160 vs 393 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Belfast recorded notably higher crime than Bangor in February 2026 — 393 vs 160 incidents. 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 February 2026 Police data, Bangor recorded fewer crimes than Belfast — 160 vs 393 incidents. That is 59% fewer crimes. Belfast is above the national average.

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

In February 2026, Bangor's top crime category was Anti-social behaviour (67 incidents) while Belfast's was Violence & sexual offences (118 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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