Belfast vs Belfast — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Belfast

BT10 · Belfast

106

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences33
  • Anti-social behaviour29
  • Shoplifting11

Belfast

BT2 · Belfast

1,323

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Anti-social behaviour446
  • Violence & sexual offences350
  • Shoplifting131

Belfast has less crime — 106 vs 1,323 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Belfast recorded substantially more crime than Belfast in April 2026 — 1,323 incidents compared to 106, a 12.5x difference. Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Belfast or Belfast safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Belfast recorded fewer crimes than Belfast — 106 vs 1,323 incidents. That is 92% fewer crimes. Belfast is above the national average.

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

In April 2026, Belfast's top crime category was Violence & sexual offences (33 incidents) while Belfast's was Anti-social behaviour (446 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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