Belfast vs Belfast — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Belfast

BT12 · Belfast

630

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Anti-social behaviour211
  • Violence & sexual offences178
  • Other theft65

Belfast

BT9 · Belfast

209

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Anti-social behaviour64
  • Violence & sexual offences46
  • Other theft31

Belfast has less crime — 209 vs 630 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Belfast recorded substantially more crime than Belfast in April 2026 — 630 incidents compared to 209, a 3.0x difference. Both areas share Anti-social behaviour as their most common crime type, though Belfast records significantly more (211 vs 64 incidents). 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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Frequently asked questions

Is Belfast or Belfast safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Belfast recorded fewer crimes than Belfast — 209 vs 630 incidents. That is 67% fewer crimes. Belfast is above the national average.

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

Both areas share Anti-social behaviour as their top crime category. In April 2026, Belfast recorded 211 incidents of this type vs 64 in Belfast. Overall, Belfast had fewer total crimes (209 vs 630).

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