Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
BT1 · Belfast
1,296
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
BT7 · Belfast
613
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Belfast has less crime — 613 vs 1,296 incidents in February 2026.
Belfast recorded notably higher crime than Belfast in February 2026 — 1,296 vs 613 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Belfast sees higher rates of Shoplifting (116), while Belfast has more Other theft (57). Both areas are above the national average for recorded crime; the full 24-month reports break down the trends and outcomes in detail.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Belfast recorded fewer crimes than Belfast — 613 vs 1,296 incidents. That is 53% fewer crimes. Belfast is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Belfast saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Belfast had more Other theft. Overall, Belfast recorded fewer total crimes (613 vs 1,296).