Belfast vs Newry and Mourne — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Belfast

BT3 · Belfast

93

crimes in March 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences32
  • Anti-social behaviour21
  • Criminal damage & arson14

Newry and Mourne

BT35 · Newry and Mourne

1

crimes in March 2026

Below national average

  • Anti-social behaviour1

Newry and Mourne has less crime — 1 vs 93 incidents in March 2026.

What the data shows

Belfast recorded substantially more crime than Newry and Mourne in March 2026 — 93 incidents compared to 1, a 93.0x 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 Newry and Mourne safer?

Based on March 2026 Police data, Newry and Mourne recorded fewer crimes than Belfast — 1 vs 93 incidents. That is 99% fewer crimes. Newry and Mourne is also below the national average for crime.

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

In March 2026, Belfast's top crime category was Violence & sexual offences (32 incidents) while Newry and Mourne's was Anti-social behaviour (1 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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