Belfast vs Lisburn — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Belfast

BT3 · Belfast

94

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

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

Lisburn

BT28 · Lisburn

47

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Anti-social behaviour18
  • Violence & sexual offences17
  • Drugs3

Lisburn has less crime — 47 vs 94 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Belfast recorded notably higher crime than Lisburn in February 2026 — 94 vs 47 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Belfast sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (14), while Lisburn has more Drugs (3). 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 Lisburn safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Lisburn recorded fewer crimes than Belfast — 47 vs 94 incidents. That is 50% fewer crimes. Lisburn is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Belfast saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while Lisburn had more Drugs. Overall, Lisburn recorded fewer total crimes (47 vs 94).

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