Belfast vs Portrush — 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

Portrush

BT56 · Coleraine

60

crimes in March 2026

Below national average

  • Anti-social behaviour25
  • Violence & sexual offences11
  • Criminal damage & arson8

Portrush has less crime — 60 vs 93 incidents in March 2026.

What the data shows

Belfast recorded notably higher crime than Portrush in March 2026 — 93 vs 60 incidents. 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 Portrush safer?

Based on March 2026 Police data, Portrush recorded fewer crimes than Belfast — 60 vs 93 incidents. That is 35% fewer crimes. Portrush is also below the national average for crime.

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

In March 2026, Belfast's top crime category was Violence & sexual offences (32 incidents) while Portrush's was Anti-social behaviour (25 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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