Belfast vs Lisburn — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Belfast

BT6 · Belfast

247

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences75
  • Anti-social behaviour73
  • Other theft22

Lisburn

BT27 · Lisburn

147

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Anti-social behaviour52
  • Violence & sexual offences45
  • Criminal damage & arson21

Lisburn has less crime — 147 vs 247 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Belfast recorded notably higher crime than Lisburn in February 2026 — 247 vs 147 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Belfast sees higher rates of Other theft (22), while Lisburn has more Criminal damage & arson (21). 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 Lisburn safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Lisburn recorded fewer crimes than Belfast — 147 vs 247 incidents. That is 40% fewer crimes. Belfast is above the national average.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Belfast saw higher rates of Other theft while Lisburn had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Lisburn recorded fewer total crimes (147 vs 247).

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