Belfast vs Belfast — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Belfast

BT13 · Belfast

588

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences199
  • Anti-social behaviour157
  • Criminal damage & arson69

Belfast

BT14 · Belfast

366

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences117
  • Anti-social behaviour87
  • Criminal damage & arson51

Belfast has less crime — 366 vs 588 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Belfast recorded notably higher crime than Belfast in February 2026 — 588 vs 366 incidents. Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their most common crime type, though Belfast records significantly more (199 vs 117 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 February 2026 Police data, Belfast recorded fewer crimes than Belfast — 366 vs 588 incidents. That is 38% fewer crimes. Belfast is above the national average.

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

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In February 2026, Belfast recorded 199 incidents of this type vs 117 in Belfast. Overall, Belfast had fewer total crimes (366 vs 588).

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