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

BT4 · Belfast

169

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Anti-social behaviour55
  • Violence & sexual offences35
  • Shoplifting34

Belfast has less crime — 106 vs 169 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Belfast recorded notably higher crime than Belfast in April 2026 — 169 vs 106 incidents. 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 169 incidents. That is 37% fewer crimes.

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 (55 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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