Belfast vs Dunmurry — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Belfast

BT5 · Belfast

135

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Anti-social behaviour48
  • Violence & sexual offences44
  • Criminal damage & arson12

Dunmurry

BT17 · Lisburn

151

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Anti-social behaviour54
  • Violence & sexual offences43
  • Criminal damage & arson12

Belfast has less crime — 135 vs 151 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Belfast and Dunmurry recorded very similar overall crime levels in February 2026 — 135 and 151 incidents respectively. 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 Dunmurry safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Belfast recorded fewer crimes than Dunmurry — 135 vs 151 incidents. That is 11% fewer crimes.

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

Both areas share Anti-social behaviour as their top crime category. In February 2026, Belfast recorded 48 incidents of this type vs 54 in Dunmurry. Total crime levels were broadly similar.

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