Belfast vs Portstewart — 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

Portstewart

BT55 · Coleraine

44

crimes in March 2026

Below national average

  • Anti-social behaviour19
  • Violence & sexual offences9
  • Criminal damage & arson5

Portstewart has less crime — 44 vs 93 incidents in March 2026.

What the data shows

Belfast recorded notably higher crime than Portstewart in March 2026 — 93 vs 44 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 Portstewart safer?

Based on March 2026 Police data, Portstewart recorded fewer crimes than Belfast — 44 vs 93 incidents. That is 53% fewer crimes. Portstewart is also below the national average for crime.

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

In March 2026, Belfast's top crime category was Violence & sexual offences (32 incidents) while Portstewart's was Anti-social behaviour (19 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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