Belfast vs Limavady — 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

Limavady

BT49 · Limavady

107

crimes in March 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences36
  • Shoplifting26
  • Anti-social behaviour17

Belfast has less crime — 82 vs 107 incidents in March 2026.

What the data shows

Limavady saw somewhat more crime than Belfast in March 2026 (107 vs 82 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Belfast sees higher rates of Other crime (6), while Limavady has more Shoplifting (26). 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 Limavady safer?

Based on March 2026 Police data, Belfast recorded fewer crimes than Limavady — 82 vs 107 incidents. That is 23% fewer crimes. Belfast is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In March 2026, Belfast saw higher rates of Other crime while Limavady had more Shoplifting. Overall, Belfast recorded fewer total crimes (82 vs 107).

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