Bangor vs Derry — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Bangor

BT20 · North Down

117

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Anti-social behaviour51
  • Violence & sexual offences37
  • Criminal damage & arson9

Derry

BT47 · Derry

5

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Anti-social behaviour4
  • Violence & sexual offences1

Derry has less crime — 5 vs 117 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Bangor recorded substantially more crime than Derry in April 2026 — 117 incidents compared to 5, a 23.4x difference. Both areas share Anti-social behaviour as their most common crime type, though Bangor records significantly more (51 vs 4 incidents). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

Get a detailed crime report

Full reports cover 24 months of trends, ward breakdowns, outcome rates, and a detailed safety score — from £4.99.

Get the full Bangor report — £4.99 Get the full Derry report — £4.99
View Bangor area page → View Derry area page →

Frequently asked questions

Is Bangor or Derry safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Derry recorded fewer crimes than Bangor — 5 vs 117 incidents. That is 96% fewer crimes. Derry is also below the national average for crime.

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

Both areas share Anti-social behaviour as their top crime category. In April 2026, Bangor recorded 51 incidents of this type vs 4 in Derry. Overall, Derry had fewer total crimes (5 vs 117).

Compare other areas

Bangor vs DerryDonaghadee vs DerryHolywood vs DerryBangor vs MagherafeltBangor vs LondonderryBangor vs Magherafelt