Bangor vs Whiteabbey — 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

Whiteabbey

BT37 · Newtownabbey

124

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Anti-social behaviour50
  • Violence & sexual offences42
  • Criminal damage & arson16

Whiteabbey has less crime — 124 vs 161 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Bangor saw somewhat more crime than Whiteabbey in April 2026 (161 vs 124 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 Whiteabbey safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Whiteabbey recorded fewer crimes than Bangor — 124 vs 161 incidents. That is 23% fewer crimes.

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

In April 2026, Bangor's top crime category was Violence & sexual offences (55 incidents) while Whiteabbey's was Anti-social behaviour (50 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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