Belfast vs Whiteabbey — 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

Whiteabbey

BT37 · Newtownabbey

139

crimes in March 2026

Near national average

  • Anti-social behaviour67
  • Violence & sexual offences39
  • Criminal damage & arson14

Belfast has less crime — 93 vs 139 incidents in March 2026.

What the data shows

Whiteabbey saw somewhat more crime than Belfast in March 2026 (139 vs 93 incidents). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Belfast or Whiteabbey safer?

Based on March 2026 Police data, Belfast recorded fewer crimes than Whiteabbey — 93 vs 139 incidents. That is 33% fewer crimes. Belfast is also below the national average for crime.

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

In March 2026, Belfast's top crime category was Violence & sexual offences (32 incidents) while Whiteabbey's was Anti-social behaviour (67 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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