Belfast vs Bushmills — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Belfast

BT6 · Belfast

288

crimes in March 2026

Above national average

  • Anti-social behaviour98
  • Violence & sexual offences88
  • Other theft25

Bushmills

BT57 · Moyle

6

crimes in March 2026

Below national average

  • Anti-social behaviour2
  • Violence & sexual offences2
  • Criminal damage & arson1

Bushmills has less crime — 6 vs 288 incidents in March 2026.

What the data shows

Belfast recorded substantially more crime than Bushmills in March 2026 — 288 incidents compared to 6, a 48.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Belfast sees higher rates of Other theft (25), while Bushmills has more Criminal damage & arson (1). Belfast sits above the national average for recorded crime while Bushmills is below — a significant gap for anyone weighing up the two.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Belfast or Bushmills safer?

Based on March 2026 Police data, Bushmills recorded fewer crimes than Belfast — 6 vs 288 incidents. That is 98% fewer crimes. Bushmills is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In March 2026, Belfast saw higher rates of Other theft while Bushmills had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Bushmills recorded fewer total crimes (6 vs 288).

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