Belfast vs Belfast — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Belfast

BT3 · Belfast

95

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Anti-social behaviour30
  • Violence & sexual offences26
  • Criminal damage & arson14

Belfast

BT5 · Belfast

135

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Anti-social behaviour48
  • Violence & sexual offences44
  • Criminal damage & arson12

Belfast has less crime — 95 vs 135 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Belfast saw somewhat more crime than Belfast in February 2026 (135 vs 95 incidents). Both areas share a near-identical crime profile, with Anti-social behaviour dominating in each. 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 February 2026 Police data, Belfast recorded fewer crimes than Belfast — 95 vs 135 incidents. That is 30% fewer crimes. Belfast is also below the national average for crime.

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

Both areas share Anti-social behaviour as their top crime category. In February 2026, Belfast recorded 30 incidents of this type vs 48 in Belfast. Overall, Belfast had fewer total crimes (95 vs 135).

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