Bangor vs Newcastle — 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

Newcastle

BT33 · Down

91

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Anti-social behaviour46
  • Violence & sexual offences30
  • Criminal damage & arson4

Newcastle has less crime — 91 vs 161 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Bangor recorded notably higher crime than Newcastle in April 2026 — 161 vs 91 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 Newcastle safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Newcastle recorded fewer crimes than Bangor — 91 vs 161 incidents. That is 43% fewer crimes. Newcastle is also below the national average for crime.

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

In April 2026, Bangor's top crime category was Violence & sexual offences (55 incidents) while Newcastle's was Anti-social behaviour (46 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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