Belfast vs Belfast — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Belfast

BT4 · Belfast

169

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Anti-social behaviour55
  • Violence & sexual offences35
  • Shoplifting34

Belfast

BT5 · Belfast

199

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Anti-social behaviour58
  • Violence & sexual offences48
  • Shoplifting31

Belfast has less crime — 169 vs 199 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Belfast saw somewhat more crime than Belfast in April 2026 (199 vs 169 incidents). Both areas share a near-identical crime profile, with Anti-social behaviour dominating in each. 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 Belfast safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Belfast recorded fewer crimes than Belfast — 169 vs 199 incidents. That is 15% fewer crimes. Belfast is above the national average.

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

Both areas share Anti-social behaviour as their top crime category. In April 2026, Belfast recorded 55 incidents of this type vs 58 in Belfast. Total crime levels were broadly similar.

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