Belfast vs Holywood — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Belfast

BT3 · Belfast

93

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences31
  • Anti-social behaviour24
  • Criminal damage & arson12

Holywood

BT18 · North Down

34

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Anti-social behaviour17
  • Violence & sexual offences6
  • Criminal damage & arson5

Holywood has less crime — 34 vs 93 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Belfast recorded substantially more crime than Holywood in April 2026 — 93 incidents compared to 34, a 2.7x difference. Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Belfast or Holywood safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Holywood recorded fewer crimes than Belfast — 34 vs 93 incidents. That is 63% fewer crimes. Holywood is also below the national average for crime.

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

In April 2026, Belfast's top crime category was Violence & sexual offences (31 incidents) while Holywood's was Anti-social behaviour (17 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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