Belfast vs Coleraine — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Belfast

BT10 · Belfast

82

crimes in March 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences28
  • Anti-social behaviour24
  • Other crime6

Coleraine

BT52 · Coleraine

116

crimes in March 2026

Near national average

  • Anti-social behaviour48
  • Violence & sexual offences44
  • Criminal damage & arson13

Belfast has less crime — 82 vs 116 incidents in March 2026.

What the data shows

Coleraine saw somewhat more crime than Belfast in March 2026 (116 vs 82 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Belfast sees higher rates of Other crime (6), while Coleraine has more Criminal damage & arson (13). 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 Coleraine safer?

Based on March 2026 Police data, Belfast recorded fewer crimes than Coleraine — 82 vs 116 incidents. That is 29% fewer crimes. Belfast is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In March 2026, Belfast saw higher rates of Other crime while Coleraine had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Belfast recorded fewer total crimes (82 vs 116).

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